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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Glenn Dale, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Glenn Dale, MD
Within 30 miles of Glenn Dale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Glenn Dale itself, and other nearby bases include Laurel (6), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Eagle Appliance service llc, about 1.1 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
Closest matches for Glenn Dale: SK Appliance Repair (12.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (5.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 Glenn Dale, MD
Most dryer calls in Glenn Dale 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Glenn Dale
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Glenn Dale
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Glenn Dale technician which parts to bring.