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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Napa and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Napa
40 repair companies serve Napa from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Napa itself, and other nearby bases include Vallejo (18), Fairfield (9), and American Canyon (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Local Appliance Repair Service Napa is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Napa. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Napa. 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 | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
The leading options for Napa are Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.6 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (22.7 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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
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
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:
- 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
What Napa Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Napa 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 Napa
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Napa, 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 Napa technician which parts to bring.