A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Sonoma and the Sonoma County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Sonoma
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sonoma. 1 of them are based in Sonoma itself, and the rest are spread across Vallejo (16), Novato (5), and Santa Rosa (5). Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Sonoma. 5 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 8.7, 9.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Sonoma list: Discount HVAC & Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Fairfield, 5.0 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (14.3 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (17.5 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Sonoma
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Sonoma, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Sonoma
Most dryer calls in Sonoma 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
Questions to Ask a Sonoma Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Sonoma, CA
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Sonoma
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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 Sonoma technician a trip for parts.