Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alta Sierra, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Alta Sierra
Within 30 miles of Alta Sierra there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Rocklin (13), Auburn (10), and Roseville (7). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 5.2 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.2, 6.2, 7.0 |
Closest matches for Alta Sierra: Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Grass Valley, 4.3 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Forrest Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Grass Valley, 4.3 stars from 151 reviews); Lake Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
Never turn back on gas that was shut off for safety, and have gas line work done by a licensed plumber or the gas company. Source: Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority - What To Do If You Smell Natural Gas
More: gas dryer not heating and dryer not heating.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Alta Sierra Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Alta Sierra 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
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
Before You Book in Alta Sierra
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Alta Sierra, CA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Alta Sierra
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.