A gas dryer that tumbles but stays cold usually points to the ignition system, while an electric dryer with the same symptom points to the element, fuses or power supply. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Rancho Palos Verdes, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Rancho Palos Verdes
40 repair companies serve Rancho Palos Verdes from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Rancho Palos Verdes itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (16), Redondo Beach (5), and Carson (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: Prime Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Peninsula, around 0.9 miles out. 6 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
At the top of the Rancho Palos Verdes list: The Haus Appliances (8.3 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Gardena, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Fixr puts electric dryer repairs at roughly $50 to $400 and gas dryer repairs at roughly $100 to $450. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
What a Technician Checks 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.
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What Rancho Palos Verdes Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Rancho Palos Verdes 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 Rancho Palos Verdes
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
What should I do if I smell gas near my dryer?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Rancho Palos Verdes
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Rancho Palos Verdes technician which parts to bring.