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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Lake Wales and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Lake Wales, FL
Within 30 miles of Lake Wales there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (8), and Winter Haven (5). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: EC FIX APPLIANCES, around 8.2 miles out. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 10.3, 10.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 43 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
The leading options for Lake Wales are Mr. Budget Appliance Service (12.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (18.5 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (10.8 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); B&J Appliance (12.8 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 3.8 stars from 20 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
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
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
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?
- 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.
What Lake Wales Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lake Wales 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 Wales
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Wales, FL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.