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 Pasadena and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Pasadena
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pasadena. 2 of them are based in Pasadena itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (15), Glen Burnie (4), and Crofton (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Dr Appliance Repair - Pasadena is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Pasadena. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.0, 3.9 |
Closest matches for Pasadena: Maryland Appliances & Mattresses (4.2 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (12.8 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr Appliance Repair - Pasadena (2.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
What Pasadena Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Pasadena 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Pasadena
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Pasadena, MD
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Pasadena
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.