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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Bridgeport and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Bridgeport
Within 30 miles of Bridgeport there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Bridgeport, and the rest are spread across Shelton (7), Milford (6), and Stratford (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Same-Day Appliance Fix in Bridgeport, about 0.7 miles away. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
Closest matches for Bridgeport: Mr. Appliance of Fairfield CT (18.8 miles away, based in Stamford, 4.9 stars from 1,199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 3rd Person Appliance Repair (20.0 miles away, based in Stamford, 5.0 stars from 386 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Danbury, 4.6 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Local Notes for Bridgeport
Gas dryers in Bridgeport are typically served by Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Service Area - SCG
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Bridgeport go through City of Bridgeport Building Department (Office of Planning & Economic Development). Permit office
Installing, repairing and maintaining gas piping and approved gas appliances requires a state heating, piping and cooling license (such as the G-1/G-2 gas license or a broader B, D or S license) issued through the Department of Consumer Protection. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Bridgeport Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Bridgeport, CT
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Bridgeport technician which parts to bring.