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 Pikesville and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Pikesville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pikesville. 1 list an address in Pikesville, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (19), Parkville (4), and Randallstown (3). All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Pikesville. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pikesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.5, 2.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Pikesville: Landers Appliance (11.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (2.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (4.2 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (10.0 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 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
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Pikesville, MD
Most dryer calls in Pikesville 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Pikesville
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Pikesville, MD
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which areas near Pikesville do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Pikesville
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Pikesville
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.