Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lynbrook, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Lynbrook
40 repair companies serve Lynbrook from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Lynbrook itself, and the rest are spread across Valley Stream (8), Hempstead (7), and Rockville Centre (3). The closest is North Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.3, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
At the top of the Lynbrook list: PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (1.9 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Rosedale, 4.5 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Jericho (5.2 miles away, based in Bellerose, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (1.6 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Lynbrook
Most dryer calls in Lynbrook 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
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
Questions to Ask a Lynbrook Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lynbrook, NY
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Which areas near Lynbrook do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lynbrook technician which parts to bring.