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 Pittsfield and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Pittsfield
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Pittsfield. 1 of them are based in Pittsfield itself, and the rest are spread across Albany (7), Schenectady (6), and Latham (3). The farthest listed company is about 43 miles out. Nearest on the list: Manny's Appliances, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses. Pittsfield is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 3.6, 9.8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Pittsfield list: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (45.0 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Appliance Technician Services Inc (27.3 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Henry's Electric, Inc. (9.8 miles away, based in Lee, 4.1 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Holyoke, 4.6 stars from 324 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Pittsfield Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Pittsfield 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Pittsfield
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Pittsfield, 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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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.