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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Dumbarton, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Dumbarton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dumbarton. Other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Nearest on the list: Broughton Appliance Service Inc., around 1.1 miles out. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dumbarton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.8, 1.8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
At the top of the Dumbarton list: Mr. Appliance of Richmond (1.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); East Coast Appliance (2.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (3.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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:
- 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: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Dumbarton Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Dumbarton 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.
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Dumbarton Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Dumbarton, VA
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How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Dumbarton
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.