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 Latrobe, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Latrobe, PA
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Latrobe. 1 list an address in Latrobe, and the rest are spread across Johnstown (3), Pittsburgh (3), and Greensburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Esposito TV Sales & Services, about 0.8 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 8.5, 8.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 38 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for Latrobe: Ross Appliance (21.5 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (16.2 miles away, based in North Huntingdon, 4.8 stars from 1,089 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (24.6 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews).
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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?
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 Latrobe
Most dryer calls in Latrobe 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 Latrobe
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Latrobe, PA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Other Dryer Repair in Latrobe
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Latrobe
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Latrobe technician which parts to bring.