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. The Hermosa Beach listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Hermosa Beach, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hermosa Beach. 1 of them are based in Hermosa Beach itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (12), Redondo Beach (5), and Gardena (5). The closest is Best Hermosa Beach Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hermosa Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
At the top of the Hermosa Beach list: The Haus Appliances (3.6 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redondo Beach Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Redondo Beach, 4.5 stars from 76 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
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Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Hermosa Beach
Most dryer calls in Hermosa Beach 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
Questions to Ask a Hermosa Beach Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hermosa Beach, 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 Hermosa Beach technician which parts to bring.