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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Exeter, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Exeter
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Exeter. Other nearby bases include Visalia (5), Porterville (5), and Hanford (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Frank’s Appliance, about 7.1 miles away. 3 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Exeter. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 8.1, 8.2 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
The leading options for Exeter are Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Visalia, 4.1 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Porterville, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emerald Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews).
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
If You Smell 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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Exeter
Most dryer calls in Exeter 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 Exeter
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Exeter, CA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.