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 Salisbury and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Salisbury
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salisbury. The rest are spread across Hempstead (7), Garden City (5), and Westbury (4). 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Solid Appliance Repair Crew, about 1.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.5, 1.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for Salisbury: Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (6.1 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (6.8 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 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
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
What Salisbury Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Salisbury 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Salisbury
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Salisbury, NY
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Salisbury technician which parts to bring.