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 Brownsville listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Brownsville, FL
40 repair companies serve Brownsville from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Miami (24), Hialeah (11), and Miami Springs (2). Distances run up to about 4 miles. 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Trailhead Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brownsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Brownsville: UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Starchenko Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Miami Beach, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); Appliance Repair Miami (4.4 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viga Appliances repair (7.1 miles away, based in Doral, 4.9 stars from 199 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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
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?
- 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 Brownsville
Most dryer calls in Brownsville 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
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Brownsville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Brownsville, FL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Brownsville technician which parts to bring.