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 San Lorenzo, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas Dryer Repair Companies Serving San Lorenzo, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Lorenzo. 2 of them are based in San Lorenzo itself, and the rest are spread across Hayward (23), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Atlant Services Repair, around 0.7 miles out. Of those, 8 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for San Lorenzo: Kerenza Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); Local Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Azer Appliance & HVAC Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 86 reviews).
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
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
Have a professional inspect a gas dryer's gas line and connection for leaks and damage. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Dryer Notes for San Lorenzo, CA
Most dryer calls in San Lorenzo 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
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a San Lorenzo Technician
- 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: San Lorenzo, CA
Which costs more to fix, gas or electric?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Who can work on a gas dryer?
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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 Lorenzo technician which parts to bring.