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 Norwood, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Norwood, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Norwood. The rest are spread across Philadelphia (13), Glenolden (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). Nearest on the list: Professional Sales & Services Co., around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Norwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for Norwood: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); All Brands Appliance Service (7.2 miles away, based in Havertown, 4.7 stars from 34 reviews); UpTech Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Bala Cynwyd, 4.9 stars from 175 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell Gas
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Norwood
Most dryer calls in Norwood 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Norwood
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Norwood, PA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Which areas near Norwood do these technicians cover?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Norwood technician which parts to bring.