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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Middle Island and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Middle Island
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Middle Island. Other nearby bases include Holbrook (4), Holtsville (3), and Stony Brook (3). Nearest on the list: LJ Appliance Repair Service, around 2.5 miles out. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.0, 4.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for Middle Island: JIC Appliance Care LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (2.5 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
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
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.
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Middle Island
Most dryer calls in Middle Island 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 Middle Island Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Middle Island, NY
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Middle Island
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Middle Island technician which parts to bring.