Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. The Ventnor City listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Ventnor City, NJ
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ventnor City. 1 list an address in Ventnor City, and the rest are spread across Pleasantville (3), Galloway (3), and Somers Point (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: C & R Appliance of Galloway Inc, around 0.6 miles out. 4 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 20 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ventnor City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.8, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
First up for Ventnor City: Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (20.0 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (10.0 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); ULMER'S Appliance Service (14.8 miles away, based in Ocean View, 4.5 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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.
Around Ventnor City
Most dryer calls in Ventnor City 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Ventnor City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ventnor City, NJ
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Ventnor City
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.