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 San Francisco and public ratings.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving San Francisco, CA
Within 30 miles of San Francisco there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 36 of them are based in San Francisco itself, and other nearby bases include Daly City (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. 11 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Sub-Zero Appliance Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from San Francisco. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
First up for San Francisco: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (2.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
Gas Safety Around the Dryer
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
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
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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 San Francisco Owners Should Know
Gas dryers in San Francisco are typically served by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E). If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: PG&E Gas Preliminary Statement Part A - Description of Service Area
Gas line and appliance connection permits in San Francisco go through San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (DBI). Permit office
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 San Francisco
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: San Francisco, 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 San Francisco technician which parts to bring.