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. The San Carlos Park listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, San Carlos Park
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Carlos Park. Other nearby bases include Fort Myers (24), Bonita Springs (13), and Estero (2). 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Morgan & Ellis Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 53 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.3, 1.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for San Carlos Park: Mr. Appliance of Lee County (4.2 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Diamond Appliance Repair, LLC (2.3 miles away, based in Estero, 4.5 stars from 421 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bill Smith Electronics & Appliances (11.0 miles away, based in Bonita Springs, 4.8 stars from 1,934 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 Dryer Safety
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.
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
What San Carlos Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in San Carlos Park 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 San Carlos Park
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: San Carlos Park, 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 San Carlos Park technician which parts to bring.