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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Montclair and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Montclair, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Montclair. 1 of them are based in Montclair itself, and other nearby bases include Woodbridge (24), Stafford (5), and Dumfries (4). Of those, 9 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Appliance Tech Pro, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.1, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Montclair list: Tolo Appliances LLC (3.5 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Geek Inc (2.2 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&E Appliance Repair LLC (12.9 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Onspot Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell Gas
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
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.
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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Montclair, VA
Most dryer calls in Montclair 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
Before You Book in Montclair
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Montclair, VA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Montclair technician which parts to bring.