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 St. Petersburg, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near St. Petersburg
Within 30 miles of St. Petersburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 29 of them are based in St. Petersburg itself, and the rest are spread across Kenneth City (2), Pinellas Park (2), and Treasure Island (2). Same-Day Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from St. Petersburg. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.1, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the St. Petersburg list: Same-Day Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (8.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Inc (2.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
No Heat 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around St. Petersburg
Most dryer calls in St. Petersburg 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.
Before You Book in St. Petersburg
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Petersburg, FL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near St. Petersburg
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.