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 Newberry and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Newberry
Within 30 miles of Newberry there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Gainesville (10), Alachua (1), and High Springs (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 10.9 miles from Newberry. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.9, 11.8, 12.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
At the top of the Newberry list: Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Avetis Appliance Repair Service (12.9 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nature Coast Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Chiefland, 4.9 stars from 66 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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:
- 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?
- 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 Newberry
Most dryer calls in Newberry 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
Questions to Ask a Newberry Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Newberry, FL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Newberry and nearby towns?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Newberry
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.