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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of North Lindenhurst, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving North Lindenhurst, NY
40 repair companies serve North Lindenhurst from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Farmingdale (7), Lindenhurst (3), and West Babylon (3). 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: SQServicers, around 0.3 miles out. The 29 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) | 0.3, 0.5, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
First up for North Lindenhurst: SQServicers (0.3 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews); Luxury Appliance Care (3.3 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (7.4 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - 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
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
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - 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.
Around North Lindenhurst
Most dryer calls in North Lindenhurst 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near North Lindenhurst
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: North Lindenhurst, NY
Do you cover North Lindenhurst and nearby towns?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.