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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Dunedin and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Dunedin
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dunedin. 3 list an address in Dunedin, and the rest are spread across Clearwater (17), Palm Harbor (7), and Largo (6). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Family Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Dunedin. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunedin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 2.0 |
At the top of the Dunedin list: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (7.5 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (9.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Palm Harbor, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Clearwater, 5.0 stars from 119 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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.
Around Dunedin
Most dryer calls in Dunedin 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.
Questions to Ask a Dunedin Technician
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunedin, FL
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which areas near Dunedin do these technicians cover?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Dunedin technician which parts to bring.