A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Lighthouse Point and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Lighthouse Point, FL
Within 30 miles of Lighthouse Point there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Lighthouse Point itself, and the rest are spread across Pompano Beach (21), Boca Raton (7), and Deerfield Beach (4). 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Local Home Appliance Service, about 0.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lighthouse Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
At the top of the Lighthouse Point list: Oleg Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Century Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Vents + Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 772 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 4.7 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Lighthouse Point
Most dryer calls in Lighthouse Point 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 Lighthouse Point Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lighthouse Point, FL
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Do you cover Lighthouse Point and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Lighthouse Point
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.