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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Point Pleasant and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Point Pleasant
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Point Pleasant. The rest are spread across Charleston (6), Jackson (2), and Huntington (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Ken's Appliance Co. is the nearest, roughly 13.2 miles from Point Pleasant. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Point Pleasant is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Point Pleasant. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.2, 24.1, 29.7 |
First up for Point Pleasant: Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.7 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Point Pleasant
Most dryer calls in Point Pleasant 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.
Before You Book in Point Pleasant
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Point Pleasant, WV
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Point Pleasant
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.