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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Kenilworth and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Kenilworth
Within 30 miles of Kenilworth there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Elizabeth (7), Union (4), and Linden (4). 14 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Riverton Winfield Appliance Service, about 1.4 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kenilworth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.5, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
Closest matches for Kenilworth: Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (7.3 miles away, based in Carteret, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elm Appliance (3.5 miles away, based in Westfield, 4.8 stars from 39 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 (6.9 miles away, based in Newark, 4.4 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What Kenilworth Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kenilworth 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Kenilworth
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kenilworth, NJ
Do you cover Kenilworth and nearby towns?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Kenilworth technician which parts to bring.