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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from North Kensington and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near North Kensington
40 repair companies serve North Kensington from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Bethesda (12), Silver Spring (9), and Rockville (8). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is A+ Kensington Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.8, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the North Kensington list: ABV Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.5 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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:
- 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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Around North Kensington
Most dryer calls in North Kensington 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 North Kensington
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Kensington, 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 North Kensington technician which parts to bring.