Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Cross Lanes, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Cross Lanes
27 repair companies serve Cross Lanes from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Cross Lanes. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Cross Lanes is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 6.6, 7.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
The leading options for Cross Lanes are Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.0 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Cross Lanes
Most dryer calls in Cross Lanes 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Cross Lanes
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Cross Lanes, WV
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Cross Lanes technician which parts to bring.