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. The Campbell 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, Campbell
40 repair companies serve Campbell from within 30 miles. 12 list an address in Campbell, and the rest are spread across San Jose (13), Los Gatos (9), and Saratoga (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. ServiceCall Appliance Repair Professionals is the nearest, roughly 0.0 miles from Campbell. 3 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Campbell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
The leading options for Campbell are Bay Master Appliance (1.7 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.7 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.6 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.4 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); De Anza Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Santa Clara, 4.5 stars from 122 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Around Campbell
Most dryer calls in Campbell 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Campbell
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Campbell, CA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
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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.