A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alameda, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Alameda
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Alameda. 4 list an address in Alameda, and other nearby bases include Oakland (32), Piedmont (2), and Emeryville (2). 3 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. SKS Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Alameda. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
Closest matches for Alameda: Kerenza Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); Zuta Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Fix Appliances Repair (7.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urban Appliance Repair LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Emeryville, 5.0 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
If you smell gas strongly or are unsure, leave the building and call the gas company or 911 once you are outside; do not use light switches, appliance controls, phones near the odor, or anything that could spark. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer repairs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Alameda, CA
Most dryer calls in Alameda 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.
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
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).
Before You Book in Alameda
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Alameda, CA
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Other Dryer Repair in Alameda
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Alameda
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Alameda technician which parts to bring.