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 Sarasota Springs and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Sarasota Springs
Within 30 miles of Sarasota Springs there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Sarasota (40). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. SRQ Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Sarasota Springs. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.3, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
Closest matches for Sarasota Springs: SRQ Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Sarasota, 5.0 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (8.2 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Guy LLC (2.7 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR IN SARASOTA (3.7 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 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
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
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Local Notes for Sarasota Springs
Most dryer calls in Sarasota 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Sarasota Springs
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Sarasota Springs, FL
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Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.