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 Palatka and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Palatka
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palatka. 3 of them are based in Palatka itself, and the rest are spread across St. Augustine (15), Palm Coast (10), and Green Cove Springs (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Reliable Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Palatka. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palatka. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.4, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
First up for Palatka: Help Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in St. Augustine, 4.8 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Jax (29.9 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 5.0 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Augustine (26.6 miles away, based in St. Augustine, 4.8 stars from 195 reviews, lists Saturday hours); St Augustine Appliance & Refrigerator Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Palm Coast, 4.6 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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 Palatka
Most dryer calls in Palatka 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.
Before You Book in Palatka
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Palatka, FL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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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.