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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Orlando, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Orlando
Within 30 miles of Orlando there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 36 of them are based in Orlando itself, and the rest are spread across Winter Park (3) and Azalea Park (1). 14 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Conway Appliance Repair Inc, around 3.1 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 4.0, 4.3 |
At the top of the Orlando list: Aggressive Appliances (7.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Discount Appliance Repair of Central Florida (7.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 390 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pronto Appliance Services (8.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 382 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Orlando, FL
Most dryer calls in Orlando 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 Orlando
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Orlando, FL
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Orlando technician which parts to bring.