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 Hayward, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Hayward
Within 30 miles of Hayward there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 23 of them are based in Hayward itself, and the rest are spread across Union City (6), Castro Valley (4), and San Leandro (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Reliable Hayward Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Hayward. 11 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 27 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.6, 0.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
First up for Hayward: Azer Appliance & HVAC Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 86 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Local Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Hayward
Most dryer calls in Hayward 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).
Before You Book in Hayward
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hayward, CA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Hayward technician which parts to bring.