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 Dunmore and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Dunmore
29 repair companies serve Dunmore from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Eynon (2). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Decker's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Dunmore. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.9, 3.1 |
Closest matches for Dunmore: Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 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
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Dunmore, PA
Most dryer calls in Dunmore 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.
Questions to Ask a Dunmore Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Dunmore technician which parts to bring.