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 Ronkonkoma and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Ronkonkoma
Within 30 miles of Ronkonkoma there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Ronkonkoma, and the rest are spread across Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Hauppauge (4). High-End Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Ronkonkoma. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ronkonkoma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Ronkonkoma list: JIC Appliance Care LLC (2.7 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (5.4 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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.
Around Ronkonkoma
Most dryer calls in Ronkonkoma 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 Ronkonkoma
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Ronkonkoma, NY
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Do you cover Ronkonkoma and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Ronkonkoma
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.