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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of South Venice, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South Venice
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South Venice. Other nearby bases include Venice (11), Englewood (11), and North Port (9). Of those, 15 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Owlico Appliances Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 23 |
At the top of the South Venice list: SET APPLIANCE (2.0 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews); LK Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Venice, 4.9 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (10.1 miles away, based in North Port, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Englewood, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks 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
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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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 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.
What South Venice Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in South Venice 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 Venice Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: South Venice, FL
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Other Dryer Repair in South Venice
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South Venice
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.