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. The Upper Saddle River listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Upper Saddle River, NJ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Upper Saddle River. Other nearby bases include Spring Valley (4), Ridgewood (3), and Paramus (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Apex Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Upper Saddle River. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Upper Saddle River. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.1, 2.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
Closest matches for Upper Saddle River: Team Electric Plumbing & Air Inc. (7.1 miles away, based in Westwood, 4.2 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (6.9 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Appliance Repair Medic (4.1 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (5.8 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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:
- 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What Upper Saddle River Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Upper Saddle River 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Upper Saddle River
- 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: Upper Saddle River, NJ
Do you cover Upper Saddle River and nearby towns?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Upper Saddle River
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Upper Saddle River technician which parts to bring.