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 Brigantine and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Brigantine
27 repair companies serve Brigantine from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Brigantine itself, and other nearby bases include Galloway (3), Pleasantville (3), and Forked River (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is C & R Appliance Services By Carl, about 1.9 miles away. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 6.1, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
First up for Brigantine: C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (6.9 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (27.4 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ULMER'S Appliance Service (22.2 miles away, based in Ocean View, 4.5 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FINE FIX by JC SERVICE LLC (SAMSUNG APPLIANCES SPECIALIST ) (29.8 miles away, based in Forked River, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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
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?
- 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.
Around Brigantine
Most dryer calls in Brigantine 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
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Brigantine
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Brigantine, NJ
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Do you cover Brigantine and nearby towns?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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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.