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 Frostproof, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Frostproof, FL
19 repair companies serve Frostproof from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Frostproof itself, and other nearby bases include Winter Haven (5), Sebring (4), and Lakeland (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is A & B Appliances, about 0.5 miles away. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 18.0, 19.0 |
First up for Frostproof: Mr. Appliance of Highlands, Hardee and Southern Polk County (22.2 miles away, based in Sebring, 4.9 stars from 548 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (24.6 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (29.1 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (22.7 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
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 Frostproof
Most dryer calls in Frostproof 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 Frostproof Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Frostproof, FL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Frostproof technician which parts to bring.