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 Redlands listings below put companies that mention gas appliance or dryer work first, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Redlands
Within 30 miles of Redlands there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Redlands, and other nearby bases include San Bernardino (14), Yucaipa (6), and Moreno Valley (6). Whitmore Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Redlands. 5 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Redlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.9, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
The leading options for Redlands are Family Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Quality Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Riverside, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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 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
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
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for Redlands
Most dryer calls in Redlands 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 Redlands
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Redlands, CA
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Redlands
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Redlands technician which parts to bring.