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 Coral Hills, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Coral Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Coral Hills. Other nearby bases include Washington (21), Hillcrest Heights (2), and Forestville (2). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. C & Y Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Coral Hills. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Coral Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.8, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
The leading options for Coral Hills are UltraFix Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Coral Hills Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Coral Hills 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.
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Coral Hills
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Coral Hills, MD
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Coral Hills
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Coral Hills technician which parts to bring.