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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Palm Springs, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Palm Springs, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palm Springs. 2 of them are based in Palm Springs itself, and other nearby bases include West Palm Beach (19), Lake Worth Beach (5), and Lantana (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Piloto Solutions Appliances Inc, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
First up for Palm Springs: Mobile TV & Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 180 reviews); Appliance King of America (7.5 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 4.8 stars from 1,059 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Avi Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Palm Beaches (4.8 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Palm Springs
Most dryer calls in Palm Springs 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Palm Springs
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs technician which parts to bring.