A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Penn Estates, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Penn Estates, PA
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Penn Estates. Other nearby bases include Stroudsburg (4), East Stroudsburg (2), and Easton (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.2 miles away. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.1, 4.2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Penn Estates list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Stroudsburg, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in East Stroudsburg, 4.7 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Walnutport, 4.7 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
Around Penn Estates
Most dryer calls in Penn Estates 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 Penn Estates
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Penn Estates, PA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Penn Estates technician which parts to bring.