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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Plum and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Plum, PA
Within 30 miles of Plum there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Pittsburgh (14), Monroeville (2), and Verona (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Nearest on the list: Ross Appliance, around 4.8 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.8, 4.9, 4.9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
Closest matches for Plum: Ross Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (9.7 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,625 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (14.2 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,422 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Plum, PA
Most dryer calls in Plum 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)
Questions to Ask a Plum Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Plum, PA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Plum technician which parts to bring.