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. The Hartford listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Hartford
Within 30 miles of Hartford there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Hartford itself, and other nearby bases include Glastonbury (5), New Britain (5), and West Hartford (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Appliance Repair Hartford CT is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Hartford. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.6, 0.7 |
Closest matches for Hartford: A Action Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KJ Brands Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in New Britain, 4.7 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair UTSP LLC (5.5 miles away, based in Glastonbury, 5.0 stars from 135 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Hartford, CT
Gas dryers in Hartford are typically served by Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: CNG: Service Area
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Hartford go through City of Hartford Development Services, Licenses & Inspections Division. 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)
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
Questions to Ask a Hartford Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hartford, CT
Which areas near Hartford do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.