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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Melbourne, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Melbourne
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Melbourne. 7 list an address in Melbourne, and other nearby bases include Palm Bay (10), Cocoa (6), and Merritt Island (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Hartman's Appliance Repair Service, around 0.9 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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 (30 mi) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.6 |
First up for Melbourne: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (2.1 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (8.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Merritt Island, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RMJP Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 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
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Melbourne Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Melbourne 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Melbourne
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Melbourne, FL
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Melbourne
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Melbourne technician which parts to bring.