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 Compton listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Compton, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Compton. 4 list an address in Compton, and the rest are spread across Gardena (6), South Gate (6), and Long Beach (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is Eagle Eye Repairs, about 0.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 1.2 |
Closest matches for Compton: The Haus Appliances (6.3 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Johnnies Appliances (5.5 miles away, based in Downey, 4.7 stars from 390 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); US Appliance (2.7 miles away, based in Lynwood, 4.9 stars from 19 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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Compton
Most dryer calls in Compton 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).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Compton
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Compton, CA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Compton technician which parts to bring.