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 Huntington, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Huntington
40 repair companies serve Huntington from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Alexandria (24), Arlington (10), and Falls Church (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Alexandria, about 0.8 miles away. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Huntington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.4 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
At the top of the Huntington list: UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (1.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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 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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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.
Around Huntington
Most dryer calls in Huntington 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Huntington
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Huntington, 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 Huntington technician which parts to bring.