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. The South Apopka 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, South Apopka
Within 30 miles of South Apopka there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Orlando (19), Altamonte Springs (4), and Longwood (4). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Nearest on the list: Best Apopka Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. 10 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 4.9, 4.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
The leading options for South Apopka are Aggressive Appliances (8.6 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.9 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair Longwood (6.4 miles away, based in Longwood, 4.9 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.3 stars from 986 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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around South Apopka
Most dryer calls in South Apopka 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 South Apopka
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a South Apopka technician which parts to bring.