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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Contra Costa Centre and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Contra Costa Centre
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Contra Costa Centre. The rest are spread across Concord (16), Walnut Creek (14), and Pleasant Hill (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is Walnut Creek Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.3, 0.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for Contra Costa Centre: Zuta Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VOLTA Heating, Air Conditioning & Appliance Services (12.4 miles away, based in San Ramon, 5.0 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); White Crow Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Concord, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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 Contra Costa Centre, CA
Most dryer calls in Contra Costa Centre 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 Contra Costa Centre
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Contra Costa Centre
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Contra Costa Centre technician which parts to bring.