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 Los Osos, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Los Osos
Within 60 miles of Los Osos there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Los Osos, and the rest are spread across Santa Maria (7), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). Nearest on the list: The Best Appliance Guy, around 0.4 miles out. 9 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Los Osos is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 8.2, 9.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
The leading options for Los Osos are Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Idler's Home (20.4 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (0.4 miles away, 2.3 stars from 7 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?
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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- 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.
Around Los Osos
Most dryer calls in Los Osos 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 Los Osos
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Osos, 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 Los Osos technician which parts to bring.