A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. The Harleysville listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Harleysville
Within 30 miles of Harleysville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pottstown (5), Lansdale (4), and Norristown (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 15 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Global Comfort Heating, Cooling and Appliances is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Harleysville. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.3, 4.4, 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
Closest matches for Harleysville: Gerhard's Appliances (10.8 miles away, based in Ambler, 4.9 stars from 1,042 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of King of Prussia (9.5 miles away, based in Norristown, 4.7 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Borden Appliance Repair Services, LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Schwenksville, 4.9 stars from 756 reviews); Freezing Cold Appliance Repairs (14.2 miles away, based in Warminster, 5.0 stars from 158 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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Around Harleysville
Most dryer calls in Harleysville 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 Harleysville Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Harleysville, PA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Harleysville
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.