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 Lauderdale Lakes and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Lauderdale Lakes
Within 30 miles of Lauderdale Lakes there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Lauderdale Lakes itself, and the rest are spread across Fort Lauderdale (13), Plantation (7), and Tamarac (5). Nearest on the list: Hometown Appliance Repair Company, around 0.6 miles out. Of those, 4 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
First up for Lauderdale Lakes: Oleg Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (4.8 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JustOn Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Lauderdale Lakes
Most dryer calls in Lauderdale Lakes 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 Lauderdale Lakes Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lauderdale Lakes technician which parts to bring.