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 Glenside and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Glenside
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Glenside. 2 of them are based in Glenside itself, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (16), Horsham (3), and Hatboro (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Gerhard's Appliances, about 0.3 miles away. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 1.4 |
At the top of the Glenside list: Gerhard's Appliances (0.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerhard's Appliances (6.7 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezing Cold Appliance Repairs (7.9 miles away, based in Warminster, 5.0 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W88 Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Feasterville-Trevose, 4.9 stars from 352 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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Glenside Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Glenside 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Glenside
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Glenside, PA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Do you cover Glenside and nearby towns?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Glenside
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Glenside technician which parts to bring.