The fastest way to narrow down a dryer that will not heat is to know how it heats: a gas burner with an igniter and valve, or an electric element on a 240-volt circuit. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Castaic and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Castaic, CA
40 repair companies serve Castaic from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Santa Clarita (13), Simi Valley (6), and Valencia (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Valencia Appliance Repair, about 3.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Castaic. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 4.2, 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 53 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
Closest matches for Castaic: Sh Woodland Hills Appliance (22.0 miles away, based in Woodland Hills, 5.0 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iFix Appliances (18.3 miles away, based in Canoga Park, 4.7 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Electrical, HVAC & Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Stevenson Ranch, 4.9 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (21.8 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
No Heat 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.
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 (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?
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 Castaic, CA
Most dryer calls in Castaic 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).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Castaic
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Castaic, CA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
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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.