Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Burlingame and the San Mateo County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Burlingame
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Burlingame. 12 list an address in Burlingame, and the rest are spread across San Mateo (16), San Bruno (5), and Millbrae (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Applora Residential Appliance Repair & Care, about 0.1 miles away. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burlingame. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.2, 0.4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Burlingame: Commercial Home Products (2.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); UsProRepair (1.6 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Burlingame
What Gets Fixed on a Burlingame Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Burlingame
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Dryer Notes for Burlingame, CA
Most dryer calls in Burlingame 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Burlingame
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Burlingame, CA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Burlingame
Dryer Repair Near Burlingame
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Burlingame technician a trip for parts.