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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of West Springfield, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving West Springfield, MA
40 repair companies serve West Springfield from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in West Springfield itself, and other nearby bases include Hartford (7), Springfield (4), and Enfield (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from West Springfield. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.9, 3.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the West Springfield list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Holyoke, 4.6 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Action Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 939 reviews); Dan's Appliance Repair & Sales (4.3 miles away, based in Chicopee, 4.4 stars from 58 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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 Safety Around the Dryer
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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?
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 West Springfield
Most dryer calls in West Springfield 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)
Before You Book in West Springfield
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: West Springfield, MA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a West Springfield technician which parts to bring.