Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Edgewater and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Edgewater
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Edgewater. 3 of them are based in Edgewater itself, and the rest are spread across Glen Burnie (4), Crofton (3), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Of those, 12 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Guys, around 0.3 miles out. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 3.1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
First up for Edgewater: Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (15.5 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.3 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (3.7 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (0.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 83 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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Edgewater, MD
Most dryer calls in Edgewater 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.
Questions to Ask a Edgewater Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Edgewater, MD
Do you cover Edgewater and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Edgewater
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Edgewater technician which parts to bring.