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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Rockland, ME

Gas and electric dryers heat in different ways and fail in different ways. Here are the technicians serving Rockland who work on both.

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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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Rockland and public ratings.

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Rockland

Within 60 miles of Rockland there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Auburn (4), Bangor (3), and Sedgwick (1). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Mr. Matt LLC, around 28.0 miles out. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rockland is inside its regular service area.

Appliance Repair
Agren
78 Mallett Dr, Topsham, ME 04086
43.6 mi from Rockland
★★★★★ 4.9 (2,165 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Dave's Appliance
30 Summer St, Winthrop, ME 04364
43.4 mi from Rockland
★★★★★ 4.8 (105 reviews)
DryersWashersCommercialSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Agren
40 Minot Ave, Auburn, ME 04210
54.3 mi from Rockland
★★★★★ 4.8 (1,332 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Blackman Appliance Repair
18 Pineview Ridge Rd, Boothbay, ME 04537
28.6 mi from Rockland
★★ 2.1 (8 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
18 Elm Plaza, Waterville, ME 04901
39.4 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.5 (26 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Dunnett Appliance & Mattress
63 Washington St, Bangor, ME 04401
49.9 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.3 (137 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Brown Appliance And Mattress
311 High St, Ellsworth, ME 04605
45.6 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.6 (136 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
603 Center St, Auburn, ME 04210
53.9 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.4 (522 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Washer & Dryer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
693 Stillwater Ave, Bangor, ME 04401
52.3 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.3 (12 reviews)
DryersWashersSaturday hours
Appliance Repair
Agren
6 Pond Rd, Sidney, ME 04330
37.9 mi from Rockland
★★★★½ 4.7 (748 reviews)
Saturday hours

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rockland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

Rockland repair companies in numbers
With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews12
Distance to the three closest (mi)28.0, 28.6, 32.7
Mention gas appliance work0
Companies within 60 miles21
List dryer or washer & dryer work9
Listing Saturday hours13

First up for Rockland: Agren (43.6 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance (43.4 miles away, based in Winthrop, 4.8 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (54.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 1,332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Blackman Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Boothbay, 2.1 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

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Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?

How an electric dryer heatsAn electric dryer runs current through a coiled heating element, protected by a thermal fuse and cycling and high-limit thermostats. It needs both legs of a 240-volt circuit to heat.
What they shareBoth types use the same drum, belt, rollers, motor and blower, and both depend on a clear vent. Many no-heat calls on either type start and end with the vent.

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?

No Heat on a Gas Dryer

Drum belt, rollers and idler pulleySqueals, thumps and a drum that will not turn trace back to the belt, the drum support rollers, the idler pulley or the drum glides. These are wear parts and are often replaced together.
Igniter, valve coils and flame sensorGas dryers light the burner with a glowing igniter, open the gas valve with a set of coils and confirm the flame with a sensor. When the igniter glows but the burner never lights, the valve coils are a frequent culprit.

What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer

Thermal fuse and thermostatsA thermal fuse is a one-time safety device that opens when the dryer overheats. A blown fuse usually points to a blocked vent, so a good technician replaces the fuse and finds out why it blew.
Heating elementElectric dryers heat with a coiled element. If the drum turns but the air stays cool, the element is checked for continuity along with the thermostats and fuses that feed it.

Gas Safety Around the Dryer

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

Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas

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:

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.

Local Notes for Rockland

Most dryer calls in Rockland 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

Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)

How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Rockland

  • Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
  • Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
  • How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?

Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Rockland, ME

What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Yes. Do not operate switches or the dryer. Leave the house and call your gas utility or 911 from outside, and only call a repair company after the utility says it is safe.
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
No. We are an independent directory and are not affiliated with any appliance manufacturer. Our helpline connects you with a participating independent technician. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact the brand first.
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
A gas dryer has a gas pipe and shutoff valve behind it and plugs into a regular household outlet. An electric dryer plugs into a large 240-volt outlet and has no gas line. The rating label inside the door also says which it is.

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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Rockland

Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Rockland technician which parts to bring.

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