Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. 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.
Local Dryer Repair in San Lorenzo, CA
40 repair companies serve San Lorenzo from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in San Lorenzo, and the rest are spread across Hayward (23), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Atlant Services Repair, around 0.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Lorenzo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the San Lorenzo list: ASAP Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Local Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in San Leandro, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kerenza Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in San Lorenzo
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in San Lorenzo
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 San Lorenzo, CA
Most dryer calls in San Lorenzo 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 Lorenzo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: San Lorenzo, CA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in San Lorenzo faster and cheaper.