A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near San Carlos
Within 30 miles of San Carlos there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in San Carlos, and the rest are spread across Redwood City (18), Belmont (7), and San Mateo (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Nearest on the list: Speedy Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
First up for San Carlos: Commercial Home Products (6.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); Delta High End Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepair (9.8 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in San Carlos, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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.
Local Notes for San Carlos
Most dryer calls in San Carlos 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 San Carlos
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: San Carlos, CA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in San Carlos faster and cheaper.