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 North Highlands and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving North Highlands, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Highlands. 5 of them are based in North Highlands itself, and the rest are spread across Sacramento (12), Carmichael (8), and Citrus Heights (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is Local appliance repair, about 0.5 miles away. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
Closest matches for North Highlands: ZR Master Appliance Repair LLC (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert repair company (5.5 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); Prime Service Co. Appliance repair services (4.8 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Appliance Repair by Migali (4.9 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 17 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
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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.
What North Highlands Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in North Highlands 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in North Highlands
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: North Highlands, CA
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Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near North Highlands
Before a technician visits, confirm the gas shutoff behind the dryer is open (or the breaker is on for an electric model) and clean the lint screen. If you smell gas, leave first and call your gas utility.