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 Villas, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Villas, FL
Within 30 miles of Villas there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fort Myers (32), Cape Coral (5), and Fort Myers Beach (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Fort Myers Appliance Doctor is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Villas. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for Villas: Mr. Appliance of Lee County (4.7 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Outfitters of North Fort Myers (7.9 miles away, based in North Fort Myers, 4.4 stars from 244 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Diamond Appliance Repair, LLC (8.2 miles away, based in Estero, 4.5 stars from 421 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Villas
Most dryer calls in Villas 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 Villas
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Villas, FL
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Villas do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Villas technician which parts to bring.