The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Clarksburg, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Clarksburg
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Clarksburg. 1 list an address in Clarksburg, and the rest are spread across Fairmont (3), Uniontown (3), and Bridgeport (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Abe's Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Clarksburg is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.8, 3.4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 23 |
Closest matches for Clarksburg: Don's Appliances (34.3 miles away, based in Morgantown, 4.9 stars from 593 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.2 miles away, based in Westover, 4.6 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.4 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance Service (28.6 miles away, based in Core, 4.1 stars from 17 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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Gas Dryer Safety
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Clarksburg
Most dryer calls in Clarksburg 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Questions to Ask a Clarksburg Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Clarksburg, WV
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Clarksburg technician which parts to bring.