Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Buenaventura Lakes, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Buenaventura Lakes
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Buenaventura Lakes. The rest are spread across Orlando (20), Kissimmee (16), and St Cloud (4). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The closest is Zulmel Home Appliances Repair LLC, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.3, 1.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
At the top of the Buenaventura Lakes list: Pronto Appliance Services (2.8 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aggressive Appliances (15.7 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.9 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.2 stars from 782 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.6 stars from 382 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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 Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Most dryer calls in Buenaventura Lakes 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 Buenaventura Lakes
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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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.