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 Magalia, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Magalia
18 repair companies serve Magalia from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Chico (4), Oroville (3), and Red Bluff (3). The closest is Hudson's Appliance Center, about 4.9 miles away. 8 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Magalia 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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.9, 12.2, 12.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
At the top of the Magalia list: A-1 Appliance (22.2 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (12.3 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (14.0 miles away, based in Chico, 4.6 stars from 34 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
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
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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
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.
Local Notes for Magalia
Most dryer calls in Magalia 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).
Questions to Ask a Magalia Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Magalia, CA
Which areas near Magalia do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Related Repair Pages for Magalia
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Magalia
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Magalia technician which parts to bring.