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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Elmira, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Elmira
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Elmira. 3 list an address in Elmira, and the rest are spread across Horseheads (2), Ithaca (2), and Bath (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. DishMaster Appliance Fix is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Elmira. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Elmira is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.3, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Elmira: Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Horseheads, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Horseheads, 4.5 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Sayre, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (45.3 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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 Elmira
Most dryer calls in Elmira 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.
Questions to Ask a Elmira Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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: Elmira, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Elmira
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Elmira technician which parts to bring.