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. The Rye Brook listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Rye Brook
Within 30 miles of Rye Brook there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Rye Brook itself, and other nearby bases include Stamford (9), Yonkers (9), and White Plains (3). Of those, 13 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Corvexa Appliance Repair Rye Brook, around 2.0 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rye Brook. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.3, 3.0 |
The leading options for Rye Brook are Mr. Appliance of Fairfield CT (9.7 miles away, based in Stamford, 4.9 stars from 1,199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Scarsdale-Mount Kisco-Brewster (4.7 miles away, based in White Plains, 4.6 stars from 721 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 3rd Person Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Stamford, 5.0 stars from 386 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (10.7 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
What Rye Brook Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Rye Brook 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 Rye Brook
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Rye Brook, NY
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which areas near Rye Brook do these technicians cover?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.