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 Lancaster, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Lancaster, PA
Within 30 miles of Lancaster there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Lancaster itself, and the rest are spread across York (4), Reading (4), and Columbia (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 12 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Appliance Doctor. is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Lancaster. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.0, 2.7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
At the top of the Lancaster list: Martin Appliance (11.1 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LGA Appliance & Fireplace (9.0 miles away, based in Gordonville, 4.9 stars from 590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.5 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same Day Subzero Repair (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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 Lancaster Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lancaster 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 Lancaster
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Lancaster, PA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Lancaster do these technicians cover?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Lancaster technician which parts to bring.