A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. The North Windham listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near North Windham
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Windham. The rest are spread across Portland (5), Auburn (4), and Gray (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 4 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Appliance Repair Center of Maine is the nearest, roughly 6.2 miles from North Windham. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 16 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.2, 9.8, 11.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
Closest matches for North Windham: Agren (24.0 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (13.8 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (21.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 1,332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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 North Windham, ME
Most dryer calls in North Windham 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 Maine Fuel Board licenses propane and natural gas technicians, who install, repair and service gas equipment under specific authorizations, including appliance connection and service and large equipment connection and service. Source: Maine Revised Statutes Title 32, §18135: Propane and natural gas technician
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a North Windham Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Windham, ME
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Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near North Windham
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.