Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Elizabeth, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Elizabeth
40 repair companies serve Elizabeth from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Elizabeth itself, and the rest are spread across Bayonne (11), Newark (7), and Staten Island (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Elite Care Services, about 0.8 miles away. Across 33 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
At the top of the Elizabeth list: Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Carteret, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Certified Appliance Repair Union (2.7 miles away, based in Union, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GMJ APPLIANCES (4.0 miles away, based in Newark, 4.4 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AB Repair LLC - All Brand Repair company (5.2 miles away, based in Bayonne, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews).
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?
No Heat 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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Local Notes for Elizabeth
Most dryer calls in Elizabeth 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
Questions to Ask a Elizabeth Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Elizabeth, NJ
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Elizabeth do these technicians cover?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.