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 Madison and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Madison
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Madison. Other nearby bases include Plainfield (4), Union (3), and Westfield (3). Brothers Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Madison. Of those, 13 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 3.7, 4.1 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Madison list: Dan Marc Appliance (9.9 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elm Appliance (8.3 miles away, based in Westfield, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Certified Appliance Repair Union (10.7 miles away, based in Union, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
If You Smell Gas
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
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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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Madison
Most dryer calls in Madison 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 Madison
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, NJ
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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.