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. The Lowell listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Lowell
Within 30 miles of Lowell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Lowell, and the rest are spread across Lawrence (6), Nashua (4), and North Andover (4). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is A1 Appliance, about 0.4 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.1, 1.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
Closest matches for Lowell: Dracut Appliance Center (1.8 miles away, based in Dracut, 4.9 stars from 750 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dracut Appliance Center (7.2 miles away, based in Tewksbury, 4.8 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baron's Major Brands Appliances - Salem (9.8 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 1,026 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Repair Group (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 41 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
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Lowell, MA
Gas dryers in Lowell are typically served by National Grid (Colonial Gas - Lowell). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: National Grid Gas Cities and Towns - Mass.gov
Gas line and appliance connection permits in Lowell go through City of Lowell Division of Development Services (building, plumbing and gas permits). Permit office
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 Lowell
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lowell, MA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Lowell and nearby towns?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lowell technician which parts to bring.