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 Lake Placid, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Lake Placid
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake Placid. 2 of them are based in Lake Placid itself, and other nearby bases include Okeechobee (6), Punta Gorda (6), and North Fort Myers (5). Nearest on the list: Jersey Joe's Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Placid is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 1.9, 6.0 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
First up for Lake Placid: Mr. Appliance of Highlands, Hardee and Southern Polk County (10.3 miles away, based in Sebring, 4.9 stars from 548 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charlotte, Desoto & Southern Sarasota (45.7 miles away, based in Punta Gorda, 4.8 stars from 1,025 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.4 miles away, based in Okeechobee, 4.7 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bill Smith Appliances & Electronics (51.1 miles away, based in Port Charlotte, 4.6 stars from 776 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural 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
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:
- 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?
- 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 Lake Placid
Most dryer calls in Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Placid, FL
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Lake Placid do these technicians cover?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Lake Placid
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Lake Placid
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.