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. The Dundalk listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Dundalk, MD
40 repair companies serve Dundalk from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Dundalk, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (20), Parkville (4), and Glen Burnie (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Doctor Maintenance Appliance Store, around 1.7 miles out. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dundalk. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.8, 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Dundalk are Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (10.9 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (4.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (12.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.5 stars from 869 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Local Notes for Dundalk
Most dryer calls in Dundalk 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Dundalk
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dundalk, MD
Which areas near Dundalk do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Dundalk
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Dundalk technician which parts to bring.