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 New Holland, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, New Holland
Within 30 miles of New Holland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in New Holland, and the rest are spread across Reading (7), Lancaster (5), and Columbia (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. 13 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Toms Appliance Service, about 0.5 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 54 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 6.2, 6.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the New Holland list: Martin Appliance (14.2 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LGA Appliance & Fireplace (6.2 miles away, based in Gordonville, 4.9 stars from 590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.9 miles away, based in Thorndale, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Pottstown, 4.7 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
What New Holland Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in New Holland 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 New Holland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: New Holland, PA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near New Holland
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a New Holland technician which parts to bring.