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 Port Jefferson Station and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Port Jefferson Station, NY
40 repair companies serve Port Jefferson Station from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Port Jefferson Station itself, and other nearby bases include Holbrook (4), Bohemia (4), and Stony Brook (3). The closest is All in Repairs, about 1.1 miles away. Of those, 2 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Jefferson Station. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.3, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Port Jefferson Station: JIC Appliance Care LLC (10.2 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (11.8 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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:
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Port Jefferson Station, NY
Most dryer calls in Port Jefferson Station 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Port Jefferson Station
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Port Jefferson Station, NY
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which areas near Port Jefferson Station do these technicians cover?
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.