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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Bartow, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Bartow
Within 30 miles of Bartow there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Bartow itself, and the rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Davenport (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Countywide Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.6 miles from Bartow. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 47 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.6, 6.8, 8.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
The leading options for Bartow are Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (11.4 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (16.4 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (11.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
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?
- 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?
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 Bartow
Most dryer calls in Bartow 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.
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bartow
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Bartow, FL
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Other Dryer Repair in Bartow
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Bartow
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Bartow technician which parts to bring.