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 Larchmont, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Larchmont, NY
Within 30 miles of Larchmont there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bronx (10), Yonkers (10), and Mt Vernon (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 15 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Westchester, around 2.1 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 3.5, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 25 |
At the top of the Larchmont list: Appliance Doctor (6.6 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Scarsdale-Mount Kisco-Brewster (8.2 miles away, based in White Plains, 4.6 stars from 721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americare Appliance and HVAC Solutions (4.9 miles away, based in Bronx, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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.
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Larchmont Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Larchmont 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Larchmont
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Larchmont, NY
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Other Dryer Repair in Larchmont
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Larchmont
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Larchmont technician which parts to bring.