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 Modesto listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Modesto, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Modesto. 16 list an address in Modesto, and the rest are spread across Tracy (5), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The closest is Quick Fix Appliance Repair Modesto, about 0.2 miles away. Of those, 6 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
First up for Modesto: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (1.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Dryer 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
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.
Dryer Heating Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Modesto, CA
Most dryer calls in Modesto 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 Modesto
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Modesto, 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 Modesto technician which parts to bring.