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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Shanor-Northvue and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Shanor-Northvue, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shanor-Northvue. The rest are spread across Cranberry Twp (4), Pittsburgh (4), and Gibsonia (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. 10 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 14.2, 15.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 40 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
The leading options for Shanor-Northvue are Hillmon Appliance Distributors (17.8 miles away, based in Cranberry Twp, 4.8 stars from 869 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Butler, 4.9 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Cranberry Twp, 4.6 stars from 465 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (25.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 1,422 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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?
- 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?
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.
What Shanor-Northvue Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Shanor-Northvue 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.
Before You Book in Shanor-Northvue
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Shanor-Northvue, PA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Shanor-Northvue
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Shanor-Northvue
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.