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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hudson, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Hudson, NY
40 repair companies serve Hudson from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Hudson itself, and other nearby bases include Schenectady (11), Albany (7), and Latham (3). Distances run up to about 40 miles. 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Hudson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 19.0, 22.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
At the top of the Hudson list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Technician Services Inc (19.0 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (49.6 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.4 stars from 125 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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 Hudson, NY
Most dryer calls in Hudson 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 Hudson Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hudson, NY
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Hudson technician which parts to bring.