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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from North Tonawanda and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, North Tonawanda
Within 30 miles of North Tonawanda there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in North Tonawanda, and the rest are spread across Buffalo (8), Niagara Falls (3), and Williamsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Appliance Repair Solution, about 0.3 miles away. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 3.4, 4.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
First up for North Tonawanda: Orville's Home Appliances (5.3 miles away, based in Eggertsville, 4.7 stars from 2,722 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.4 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DC Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Wilson, 4.7 stars from 421 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Williamsville, 4.3 stars from 137 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
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
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
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?
- 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.
Local Notes for North Tonawanda
Most dryer calls in North Tonawanda 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 North Tonawanda
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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 Tonawanda, NY
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas 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.