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 Gateway, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Gateway
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gateway. Other nearby bases include Fort Myers (32), Lehigh Acres (7), and North Fort Myers (1). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is Appliance Repair Lehigh Acres Pros, about 3.2 miles away. 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 4.0, 4.2 |
Closest matches for Gateway: Mr. Appliance of Lee County (4.4 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Outfitters of North Fort Myers (10.1 miles away, based in North Fort Myers, 4.4 stars from 244 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Diamond Appliance Repair, LLC (10.3 miles away, based in Estero, 4.5 stars from 421 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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Gateway
Most dryer calls in Gateway 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 Gateway Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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: Gateway, FL
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Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Gateway technician which parts to bring.