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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Tallahassee and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Tallahassee, FL
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tallahassee. 9 list an address in Tallahassee, and other nearby bases include Crawfordville (2), Cairo (2), and Thomasville (1). Daryl Appliance Repair Tallahassee FL is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Tallahassee. 1 of them mentions gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.0, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Tallahassee list: Mr. Appliance of Tallahassee (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 445 reviews); Chill Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J & B Appliance Service (6.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 84 reviews); Daryl Appliance Repair Tallahassee FL (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Tallahassee Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Tallahassee 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tallahassee
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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: Tallahassee, FL
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
More Laundry Repair in Tallahassee, FL
More Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Tallahassee technician which parts to bring.