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 East Moriches and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near East Moriches
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Moriches. Other nearby bases include Riverhead (5), Holbrook (4), and Holtsville (3). 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Same-Day Appliance Fix Center Moriches, around 1.6 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Moriches. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for East Moriches: JIC Appliance Care LLC (17.2 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (9.7 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Dryer Notes for East Moriches, NY
Most dryer calls in East Moriches 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.
Gas work licensing is set locally; in New York City, for example, the Department of Buildings requires gas work to be done by a Licensed Master Plumber or by Gas Work Qualification holders under a master plumber's supervision. Source: NYC Department of Buildings: Local Law 150 of 2016 Gas Work Qualification Requirement
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in East Moriches
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: East Moriches, NY
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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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.