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 Hillsborough, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Hillsborough
Within 30 miles of Hillsborough there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Hillsborough itself, and other nearby bases include San Mateo (17), Burlingame (12), and Belmont (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Pro Burlingame Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Hillsborough. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hillsborough. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
Closest matches for Hillsborough: Commercial Home Products (1.7 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepair (3.5 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (6.0 miles away, based in Redwood City, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Triton Appliance repair (9.0 miles away, based in South San Francisco, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
If You Smell 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
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
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Hillsborough
Most dryer calls in Hillsborough 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).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hillsborough
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillsborough, CA
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Hillsborough
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Hillsborough technician which parts to bring.