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. The Millbrae listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Millbrae
40 repair companies serve Millbrae from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Millbrae, and the rest are spread across Burlingame (12), San Mateo (9), and South San Francisco (7). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Kitchen Aid Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Millbrae. Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Millbrae. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Millbrae: UsProRepair (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Home Products (4.3 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Triton Appliance repair (5.2 miles away, based in South San Francisco, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
Angi notes electric dryers are easier to fix with simple parts like belts, switches and heaters, while gas dryer work calls for a gas appliance repair professional. Source: Angi - Gas vs. Electric Dryers
No Heat on a Gas Dryer
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Millbrae, CA
Most dryer calls in Millbrae 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 Millbrae
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Millbrae, CA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Do you cover Millbrae and nearby towns?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Millbrae technician which parts to bring.