A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Waynesboro, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Waynesboro
14 repair companies serve Waynesboro from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Waynesboro itself, and the rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Fishersville (3), and Staunton (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Waynesboro. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waynesboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 4.2, 4.9 |
At the top of the Waynesboro list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (4.9 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Local Notes for Waynesboro
Most dryer calls in Waynesboro come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
Questions to Ask a Waynesboro Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Waynesboro, VA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.