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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Mechanicville and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Mechanicville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mechanicville. Other nearby bases include Schenectady (13), Albany (5), and Clifton Park (3). 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Earl B. Feiden Appliance, around 4.6 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.6, 7.1, 7.1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Mechanicville: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (7.1 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Technician Services Inc (26.5 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Mechanicville
Most dryer calls in Mechanicville 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 Mechanicville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Mechanicville, NY
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Mechanicville
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Mechanicville technician which parts to bring.