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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Palo Alto and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving Palo Alto, CA
Within 30 miles of Palo Alto there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Palo Alto, and other nearby bases include Mountain View (16), Menlo Park (5), and Los Altos (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 5 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Claremont Appliance Repair Palo, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 23 businesses.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
First up for Palo Alto: EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (11.0 miles away, based in Redwood City, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepairs (6.2 miles away, based in Redwood City, 4.8 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Your Appliance, Refrigeration & HVAC repair (2.8 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay Master Appliance (11.4 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.7 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Gas and Electric Dryers Differ
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
Electric Dryer Parts That Fail
Gas Dryer Safety
A dryer exhaust system carries combustion gases including carbon monoxide out of the home, so HUD rates a detached, missing or blocked dryer exhaust as a life-threatening deficiency; a CO alarm in the laundry area is recommended with gas dryers. Source: U.S. HUD - NSPIRE Standard: Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ventilation
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- 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.
Around Palo Alto
Most dryer calls in Palo Alto 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
Questions to Ask a Palo Alto Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Palo Alto, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
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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.