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 Naval Academy, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Naval Academy, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Naval Academy. The rest are spread across Glen Burnie (4), Edgewater (3), and Crofton (3). Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis, around 1.4 miles out. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.1, 5.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
First up for Naval Academy: Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (13.9 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (1.4 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.3 stars from 194 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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?
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 Naval Academy, MD
Most dryer calls in Naval Academy 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)
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
Questions to Ask a Naval Academy Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Naval Academy, MD
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Naval Academy do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Naval Academy technician which parts to bring.