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 South Bay, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South Bay
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of South Bay. The rest are spread across West Palm Beach (8), Wellington (5), and Boca Raton (5). The farthest listed company is about 39 miles out. Belle Glade Pearl Appliance Solutions is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from South Bay. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 26 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Bay is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 28.4, 28.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for South Bay: Avi Appliance Repair (37.7 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mobile TV & Appliance Repair (37.7 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 180 reviews); Djs air condition & appliance repair llc (38.2 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 4.9 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Appliance Repair (37.5 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 4.7 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Bay
Most dryer calls in South Bay 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 South Bay
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Bay, FL
Who can work on a gas dryer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which areas near South Bay do these technicians cover?
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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.