A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Park Ridge and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Park Ridge
40 repair companies serve Park Ridge from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Park Ridge, and other nearby bases include Spring Valley (3), Ridgewood (3), and Paramus (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Park Ridge Appliance, about 0.5 miles away. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Park Ridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.4, 1.5 |
First up for Park Ridge: Team Electric Plumbing & Air Inc. (3.9 miles away, based in Westwood, 4.2 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (3.9 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Appliance Doctor (10.4 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (5.5 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
What Park Ridge Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Park Ridge 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 Park Ridge Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Park Ridge, NJ
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Park Ridge technician which parts to bring.