Gas and electric dryers share the same drum, belt, motor and vent, but the heat source is completely different, and so are the parts that fail. The Laguna Hills listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Laguna Hills
Within 30 miles of Laguna Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Laguna Hills itself, and the rest are spread across Laguna Niguel (9), Mission Viejo (7), and Irvine (7). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Top Laguna Hills Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Laguna Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.8, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Laguna Hills: Green Fuse HVAC & Appliance repair (7.4 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 444 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (4.4 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Fix (5.2 miles away, based in Irvine, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Appliance Services (5.8 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 5.0 stars from 676 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
What a Technician Checks on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer Safety
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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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 Laguna Hills, CA
Most dryer calls in Laguna Hills 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Laguna Hills
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Laguna Hills, CA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
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Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Laguna Hills
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Laguna Hills technician which parts to bring.