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 Clewiston and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Clewiston, FL
40 repair companies serve Clewiston from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Lehigh Acres (7), Okeechobee (6), and Wellington (5). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Nearest on the list: Belle Glade Pearl Appliance Solutions, around 17.1 miles out. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Clewiston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clewiston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.1, 22.3, 26.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
First up for Clewiston: Mobile TV & Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 180 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Okeechobee, 4.7 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Appliance Repair (51.6 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 4.7 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (51.8 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 561 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Clewiston, FL
Most dryer calls in Clewiston 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
Questions to Ask a Clewiston Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Clewiston, FL
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Clewiston
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Clewiston
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.