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 Fountain Valley and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Fountain Valley, CA
Within 30 miles of Fountain Valley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Fountain Valley itself, and the rest are spread across Huntington Beach (12), Costa Mesa (10), and Santa Ana (7). 8 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Superior Fountain Valley Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Fountain Valley. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.7, 1.1 |
The leading options for Fountain Valley are Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Santa Ana, 4.7 stars from 546 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Costa Mesa, 4.7 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Costa Mesa, 4.6 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AT Appliance Service Inc. (5.8 miles away, based in Garden Grove, 4.8 stars from 23 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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.
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Fountain Valley Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Fountain Valley, CA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Fountain Valley technician which parts to bring.