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 Atlantic City listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Atlantic City, NJ
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Atlantic City. 1 of them are based in Atlantic City itself, and the rest are spread across Pleasantville (3), Galloway (3), and Somers Point (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Robert Vicario Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Atlantic City. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 2.9, 3.0 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
First up for Atlantic City: Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (22.9 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (7.6 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); ULMER'S Appliance Service (17.7 miles away, based in Ocean View, 4.5 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Atlantic City, NJ
Most dryer calls in Atlantic City 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.
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Atlantic City
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Atlantic City, NJ
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Atlantic City technician which parts to bring.