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 Waynesboro, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Waynesboro, PA
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waynesboro. The rest are spread across Frederick (8), Hagerstown (4), and Chambersburg (2). Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Collins’ Appliance Service, around 6.1 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.1 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 | 6.1, 9.8, 11.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
First up for Waynesboro: Sears Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Hagerstown, 4.3 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Chambersburg, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (26.5 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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 Waynesboro Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Waynesboro 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)
Before You Book in Waynesboro
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Waynesboro, PA
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Waynesboro
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.