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 Soledad, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Soledad
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Soledad. 1 of them are based in Soledad itself, and other nearby bases include Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (6), and Watsonville (5). Distances run up to about 53 miles. The closest is Andersen Appliance, about 1.2 miles away. 6 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses. Soledad is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Soledad. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 21.4, 22.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 46 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
Closest matches for Soledad: Golden State Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance (39.9 miles away, based in Watsonville, 4.9 stars from 34 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
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
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
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
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 Soledad Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Soledad 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).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Soledad
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Soledad, CA
Can a gas dryer be repaired by any technician?
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
What should I do if I smell gas near my 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 Soledad technician which parts to bring.