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 East Orange and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving East Orange, NJ
Within 30 miles of East Orange there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in East Orange, and the rest are spread across Newark (13), Bloomfield (4), and Kearny (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair Masters, about 0.5 miles away. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Orange. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for East Orange: Andes Refrigeration (2.9 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.2 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Certified Appliance Repair Union (5.8 miles away, based in Union, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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.
Around East Orange
Most dryer calls in East Orange 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 East Orange
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: East Orange, NJ
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near East Orange
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a East Orange technician which parts to bring.