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 Irvine, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Irvine
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Irvine. 33 of them are based in Irvine itself, and other nearby bases include Tustin (4), Laguna Hills (2), and Lake Forest (1). The closest is Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Irvine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Irvine list: Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 444 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (5.1 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Fix (2.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bristol Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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:
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Irvine, CA
Most dryer calls in Irvine 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 Irvine
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Irvine, CA
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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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.