A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Sebastopol list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Sebastopol
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sebastopol. The rest are spread across Santa Rosa (7), Novato (5), and Rohnert Park (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: NAVI Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sebastopol. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 6.0, 6.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 22 |
At the top of the Sebastopol list: TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (6.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (7.3 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King (29.8 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Sebastopol Dryer Call
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
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Sebastopol, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Sebastopol, CA
Most dryer calls in Sebastopol 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Sebastopol
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Sebastopol, CA
Is my dryer worth fixing?
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How much does dryer repair cost in Sebastopol?
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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 Sebastopol technician a trip for parts.