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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of San Juan Capistrano, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, San Juan Capistrano
Within 30 miles of San Juan Capistrano there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in San Juan Capistrano, and other nearby bases include Laguna Niguel (9), San Clemente (6), and Mission Viejo (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is Ace Trabuco Canyon Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.7, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for San Juan Capistrano: Royal Star Appliance Services (3.8 miles away, based in Capistrano Beach, 5.0 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MDTECH SERVICES (10.9 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 4.9 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dewey's TV & Home Appliances (5.0 miles away, based in San Clemente, 4.9 stars from 618 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Appliance Services (11.5 miles away, based in Lake Forest, 5.0 stars from 676 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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
No Heat on an Electric Dryer
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
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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Local Notes for San Juan Capistrano
Most dryer calls in San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- 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: San Juan Capistrano, CA
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
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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.