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 Seaside and the Monterey County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Seaside
Within 30 miles of Seaside there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (5). 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Conner's Appliance, about 3.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 5.5, 5.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
The leading options for Seaside are Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Golden State Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lighthouse Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Seaside
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Seaside
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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.
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
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.
Around Seaside
Most dryer calls in Seaside 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Seaside
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Seaside, CA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Seaside
Dryer Repair Near Seaside
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 Seaside technician a trip for parts.