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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Keyport, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Keyport
Within 30 miles of Keyport there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Keyport itself, and other nearby bases include Old Bridge (8), Perth Amboy (6), and Staten Island (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Richard's Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. Across 31 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
Closest matches for Keyport: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Hazlet, 4.7 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Center – Appliance Repair & Installation (7.2 miles away, based in Marlboro Township, 4.7 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MCTECH USA LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Perth Amboy, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Middletown Appliance Repair Service (5.2 miles away, based in Middletown Township, 5.0 stars from 4 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks 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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Keyport
Most dryer calls in Keyport 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 Keyport
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Keyport, NJ
Which areas near Keyport do these technicians cover?
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Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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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.