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 Carlstadt and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Carlstadt, NJ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Carlstadt. 1 list an address in Carlstadt, and the rest are spread across North Bergen (5), Palisades Park (5), and Lyndhurst (3). Distances run up to about 4 miles. 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Home Service Network is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Carlstadt. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carlstadt. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.3, 1.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Carlstadt are Sam The Man Repairs LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (3.3 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Carlstadt Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Carlstadt 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 Carlstadt
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Carlstadt, NJ
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which areas near Carlstadt do these technicians cover?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Carlstadt
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.