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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Brockton and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Brockton, MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Brockton. 4 of them are based in Brockton itself, and other nearby bases include Quincy (5), Braintree (4), and Weymouth (4). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Brockton Appliance Repair., about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 15 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brockton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Brockton: Yale Appliance (15.3 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George Washington Toma TV and Appliance (10.5 miles away, based in Weymouth, 4.9 stars from 1,718 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (10.6 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.8 stars from 131 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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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 Brockton
Most dryer calls in Brockton 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.
Gas piping to appliances must be done by a licensed gas fitter or a licensed master or journeyman plumber, under a permit from the local inspector, with licensing by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Brockton
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Brockton, MA
Do you cover Brockton and nearby towns?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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.