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. The Old Town listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Old Town
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Old Town. The rest are spread across Bangor (3), Veazie (1), and Holden (1). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. The closest is Penobscot Appliance Repair, about 8.2 miles away. 4 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Old Town is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 8.2, 10.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
At the top of the Old Town list: Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (10.5 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brown Appliance And Mattress (33.3 miles away, based in Ellsworth, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Old Town
Most dryer calls in Old Town 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, ยง18135: 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Old Town
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Old Town, ME
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.