A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Fitchburg and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Fitchburg, MA
40 repair companies serve Fitchburg from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Fitchburg itself, and other nearby bases include Worcester (9), Nashua (6), and Marlborough (4). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Of those, 13 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Tri town Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Fitchburg. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 4.9, 5.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Fitchburg: Manny's Appliances (4.9 miles away, based in Leominster, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tri town Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 72 reviews); Baron's Major Brands Appliances (20.4 miles away, based in Nashua, 4.7 stars from 874 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dracut Appliance Center (25.6 miles away, based in Dracut, 4.9 stars from 750 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 Dryer 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
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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Fitchburg, MA
Most dryer calls in Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fitchburg, MA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Fitchburg technician which parts to bring.