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. The Hewlett listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Hewlett
40 repair companies serve Hewlett from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Hewlett, and the rest are spread across Valley Stream (8), Oceanside (3), and Rockville Centre (3). 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Reliable Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Hewlett. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 1.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
At the top of the Hewlett list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Rosedale, 4.5 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (3.3 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (1.5 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Jericho (5.9 miles away, based in Bellerose, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Hewlett
Most dryer calls in Hewlett 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 Hewlett Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hewlett, NY
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Hewlett technician which parts to bring.