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 Hesperia listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Hesperia
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hesperia. 7 of them are based in Hesperia itself, and the rest are spread across San Bernardino (15), Victorville (7), and Apple Valley (5). 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. R & K Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Hesperia. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hesperia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.7, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
Closest matches for Hesperia: Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Victorville Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Victorville, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.0 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.2 stars from 504 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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?
- 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?
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.
What Hesperia Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Hesperia 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 Hesperia
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hesperia, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which areas near Hesperia do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Hesperia
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Hesperia
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.