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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Fairfield, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Fairfield
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fairfield. 9 list an address in Fairfield, and the rest are spread across Vallejo (14), Vacaville (7), and American Canyon (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: Eddys appliance repair., around 0.2 miles out. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.7, 0.9 |
At the top of the Fairfield list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Discount HVAC & Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scapelli's Appliance Repairs (6.8 miles away, based in Vacaville, 4.6 stars from 180 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Napa, 4.7 stars from 242 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Gas and electric dryers have different heat-source parts but similar labor. Published ranges for common 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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 Fairfield, CA
Most dryer calls in Fairfield 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
Before You Book in Fairfield
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairfield, CA
Is my dryer gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Which areas near Fairfield do these technicians cover?
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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.