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 Coto de Caza 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, Coto de Caza
Within 30 miles of Coto de Caza there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Mission Viejo (7), Lake Forest (6), and Laguna Niguel (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The closest is AAA Rancho Santa Margarita Appliance Repair, about 3.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Coto de Caza. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
The leading options for Coto de Caza are MDTECH SERVICES (7.2 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Appliance Services (6.2 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 5.0 stars from 676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Star Appliance Services (11.0 miles away, based in Capistrano Beach, 5.0 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Fix (10.3 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
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.
Local Notes for Coto de Caza
Most dryer calls in Coto de Caza 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 Coto de Caza
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Coto de Caza, CA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Other Dryer Repair in Coto de Caza
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Coto de Caza
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Coto de Caza technician which parts to bring.