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 Richmond Heights and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Richmond Heights, FL
40 repair companies serve Richmond Heights from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Miami (30), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Highpoint Appliance Repair Team, about 0.5 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Richmond Heights: Flamingo Appliance Service (2.7 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Applianceteck (2.7 miles away, based in Miami, 4.6 stars from 438 reviews); Los Nachos Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (2.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Richmond Heights
Most dryer calls in Richmond Heights 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 Richmond Heights
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Richmond Heights, FL
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Other Dryer Repair in Richmond Heights
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Richmond Heights
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Richmond Heights technician which parts to bring.