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. The Avocado Heights listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Avocado Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Avocado Heights. Other nearby bases include Whittier (9), La Puente (4), and West Covina (4). 13 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Harrison Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Avocado Heights. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Avocado Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.2, 2.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
Closest matches for Avocado Heights: General Service Plumbing Whittier (5.9 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast-Fix Appliance Repair Service (4.8 miles away, based in Temple City, 5.0 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baldwin Park Appliance Repair Pros (4.2 miles away, based in Baldwin Park, 4.7 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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 Avocado Heights, CA
Most dryer calls in Avocado Heights 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 Avocado Heights
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Avocado Heights, CA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Is my dryer gas or electric?
Other Dryer Repair in Avocado Heights
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Avocado Heights
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.