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 Pasadena, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South Pasadena
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South Pasadena. The rest are spread across St. Petersburg (28), Treasure Island (2), and Kenneth City (2). 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Gold Standard Appliance Repair, about 2.3 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Pasadena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 2.6, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
Closest matches for South Pasadena: CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (9.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same-Day Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); American Appliance Inc (5.6 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What South Pasadena Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in South Pasadena 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.
Questions to Ask a South Pasadena Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Pasadena, FL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South Pasadena
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.