A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Middletown and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Middletown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Middletown. 3 of them are based in Middletown itself, and other nearby bases include Wilmington (12), New Castle (6), and Dover (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Ventura Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Middletown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.7, 1.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 55 |
First up for Middletown: County Appliance Service (8.5 miles away, based in St Georges, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Red Services - HVAC, Plumbing, Electric (24.0 miles away, based in Camden Wyoming, 4.9 stars from 335 reviews); County Appliance Service (24.0 miles away, based in Wyoming, 4.9 stars from 73 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 Middletown
Most dryer calls in Middletown 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.
Gas piping installation and connection falls within licensed plumbing and HVACR services overseen by the state Board of Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Examiners, and the homeowner exemption does not cover gas piping. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter II
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Before You Book in Middletown
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Middletown, DE
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Do you cover Middletown and nearby towns?
Other Dryer Repair in Middletown
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Middletown technician which parts to bring.