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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Ellicott City and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ellicott City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ellicott City. 1 of them are based in Ellicott City itself, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (14), Columbia (6), and Randallstown (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Mr. Appliance of Howard County is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Ellicott City. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 3.6, 4.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
At the top of the Ellicott City list: Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (13.8 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (11.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- 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 Ellicott City Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Ellicott City 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 Ellicott City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Ellicott City, MD
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Ellicott City technician which parts to bring.