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 Parkersburg, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Parkersburg, WV
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Parkersburg. 1 list an address in Parkersburg, and other nearby bases include Zanesville (2), Vienna (1), and Marietta (1). Nearest on the list: AAA Refrigeration, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 12 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Parkersburg 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 12 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.8, 11.8 |
Closest matches for Parkersburg: Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Marietta, 4.3 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Vienna, 3.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 3.7 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.9 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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
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.
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What Parkersburg Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Parkersburg 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 Parkersburg Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Parkersburg, WV
Which areas near Parkersburg do these technicians cover?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Parkersburg
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.