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 Paramus, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Paramus
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Paramus. 7 list an address in Paramus, and other nearby bases include Hackensack (5), Fair Lawn (3), and Ridgewood (3). Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Northside Appliance Repair Care, about 0.0 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.4, 0.7 |
The leading options for Paramus are Team Electric Plumbing & Air Inc. (4.1 miles away, based in Westwood, 4.2 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (3.3 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (3.5 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Bergen Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Paramus
Most dryer calls in Paramus 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.
Questions to Ask a Paramus Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Paramus, NJ
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Paramus
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Paramus technician which parts to bring.