When a dryer quits in Los Alamitos, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. The Los Alamitos list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Los Alamitos
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Los Alamitos. 1 of them are based in Los Alamitos itself, and other nearby bases include Long Beach (7), Hawaiian Gardens (4), and Buena Park (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Alpha Appliance Repair Los Alamitos is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Los Alamitos. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Alamitos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
Closest matches for Los Alamitos: Mr. Appliance of Huntington Beach (6.2 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (1.0 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (2.5 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Los Alamitos
Most dryer calls in Los Alamitos 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).
Before You Book in Los Alamitos
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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Before you call a Los Alamitos technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.