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 Naugatuck 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, Naugatuck
Within 30 miles of Naugatuck there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Naugatuck itself, and other nearby bases include Waterbury (6), New Haven (6), and Shelton (5). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Ferrari's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Naugatuck. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Naugatuck. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 4.2, 4.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for Naugatuck: Ferrari's Appliance (0.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 267 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KJ Brands Appliance (20.3 miles away, based in New Britain, 4.7 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Dryer Notes for Naugatuck, CT
Most dryer calls in Naugatuck 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.
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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Naugatuck
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Naugatuck, CT
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Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Naugatuck
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Naugatuck technician which parts to bring.