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 Gettysburg and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Gettysburg
Within 30 miles of Gettysburg there are 35 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Gettysburg, and the rest are spread across Hanover (4), York (4), and Westminster (4). McGlaughlin's Refrigeration and Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Gettysburg. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gettysburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 5.1, 8.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Gettysburg are Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (22.6 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.6 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Chambersburg, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (5.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Gettysburg
Most dryer calls in Gettysburg 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Gettysburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Gettysburg, PA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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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.