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. The Mastic Beach 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, Mastic Beach
Within 30 miles of Mastic Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Mastic Beach itself, and other nearby bases include Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Riverhead (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Just in time refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Mastic Beach. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mastic Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.6, 2.6 |
At the top of the Mastic Beach list: JIC Appliance Care LLC (13.0 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (9.7 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Gas Dryer Safety
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
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 Mastic Beach
Most dryer calls in Mastic Beach 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Mastic Beach
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mastic Beach, NY
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Do you cover Mastic Beach and nearby towns?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.