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 Canonsburg, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Canonsburg
Within 30 miles of Canonsburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Canonsburg itself, and other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (18), Coraopolis (3), and Washington (2). 7 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Don's Appliances Factory Outlet is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Canonsburg. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 5.1, 5.3 |
At the top of the Canonsburg list: Don's Appliances (9.2 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 1,147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances Robinson Experience Center (13.4 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 2,760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances Factory Outlet (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 806 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (19.3 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,625 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat 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
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
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?
- 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?
- 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 Canonsburg Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Canonsburg 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)
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Questions to Ask a Canonsburg Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Canonsburg, PA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is my dryer 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.