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 Blythe, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Blythe
Within 64 miles of Blythe there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Blythe, and the rest are spread across Lake Havasu City (4) and Yuma (1). Of those, 3 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Blythe is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 64 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 61.0, 61.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
The leading options for Blythe are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (61.2 miles away, based in Lake Havasu City, 4.5 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (64.0 miles away, based in Yuma, 4.5 stars from 72 reviews); Brightstone Appliance Repair Pros (61.0 miles away, based in Lake Havasu City, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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 Blythe, CA
Most dryer calls in Blythe 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).
Questions to Ask a Blythe Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Blythe, CA
Do you cover Blythe and nearby towns?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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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.