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 Weymouth and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Weymouth, MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Weymouth. 4 of them are based in Weymouth itself, and the rest are spread across Boston (6), Quincy (5), and Braintree (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. The closest is South Weymouth Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. 13 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.6, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
First up for Weymouth: George Washington Toma TV and Appliance (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,718 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in Dorchester, 4.9 stars from 6,248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.9 stars from 2,029 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DWG APPLIANCE (3.0 miles away, based in Braintree, 5.0 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Weymouth Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Weymouth 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 Weymouth
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Weymouth, MA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Which areas near Weymouth do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Weymouth technician which parts to bring.