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 Ravena, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Ravena
Within 30 miles of Ravena there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Schenectady (13), Albany (7), and Latham (3). Of those, 5 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Appliance Technician Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 3.8 miles from Ravena. 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 9.7, 12.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
At the top of the Ravena list: Appliance Technician Services Inc (3.8 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Hudson, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Ravena, NY
Most dryer calls in Ravena 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.
Before You Book in Ravena
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ravena, NY
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Ravena technician which parts to bring.