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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Kennett Square, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Kennett Square, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kennett Square. 2 list an address in Kennett Square, and other nearby bases include Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Newark (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is Home HVAC Services Group, about 0.3 miles away. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kennett Square. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 2.3, 5.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
At the top of the Kennett Square list: Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (8.1 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Thorndale, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); County Appliance Service (20.0 miles away, based in St Georges, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 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
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Kennett Square, PA
Most dryer calls in Kennett Square 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 Kennett Square
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Kennett Square, PA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Kennett Square
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Kennett Square technician which parts to bring.