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 Fort Washington, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Fort Washington
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fort Washington. 1 list an address in Fort Washington, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (7), Horsham (3), and Hatboro (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is Prime Choice Appliance Repair Fixers, about 0.8 miles away. 10 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Washington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.7, 2.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Fort Washington: Gerhard's Appliances (3.4 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (3.4 miles away, based in Glenside, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezing Cold Appliance Repairs (6.2 miles away, based in Warminster, 5.0 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); First call appliance repair (8.3 miles away, based in Lansdale, 4.9 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Fort Washington Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Fort Washington 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Fort Washington
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Washington, PA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Fort Washington and nearby towns?
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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.