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 Patrick Shores listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving South Patrick Shores, FL
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Patrick Shores. Other nearby bases include Palm Bay (10), Melbourne (7), and Cocoa (6). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Pro First Appliance Repair, about 3.0 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Patrick Shores. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.7, 4.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
First up for South Patrick Shores: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (9.1 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Merritt Island, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (4.3 miles away, based in Melbourne, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Titusville, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for South Patrick Shores, FL
Most dryer calls in South Patrick Shores 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
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
Before You Book in South Patrick Shores
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Patrick Shores, FL
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is 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.