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 Woodlawn, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Woodlawn
40 repair companies serve Woodlawn from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (22), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). 9 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. A A Appliances Repair Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Woodlawn. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.5, 2.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Woodlawn: Appliance Care (2.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&E Appliance Repair LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (4.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Local Notes for Woodlawn
Most dryer calls in Woodlawn 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.
Before You Book in Woodlawn
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Woodlawn, 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 Woodlawn technician which parts to bring.