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 Franconia and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Franconia
40 repair companies serve Franconia from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (20), Springfield (12), and West Springfield (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. ServiceNow Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Franconia. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
At the top of the Franconia list: S&E Appliance Repair LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (4.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (1.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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.
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Franconia
Most dryer calls in Franconia 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)
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Franconia
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Franconia, VA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Franconia technician which parts to bring.