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 Audubon and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Audubon, PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Audubon. Other nearby bases include Lansdale (4), Norristown (3), and King of Prussia (3). Of those, 12 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is G E Appliance Services, about 1.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.2, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Audubon list: Mr. Appliance of King of Prussia (2.2 miles away, based in Norristown, 4.7 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (11.2 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliance Showroom and Outlet Center (5.3 miles away, based in King of Prussia, 4.8 stars from 323 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Borden Appliance Repair Services, LLC (10.8 miles away, based in Schwenksville, 4.9 stars from 756 reviews).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Audubon
Most dryer calls in Audubon 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.
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Audubon
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Audubon, PA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Other Dryer Repair in Audubon
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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.