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 South San Francisco and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near South San Francisco
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South San Francisco. 8 of them are based in South San Francisco itself, and the rest are spread across Daly City (12), San Francisco (6), and San Bruno (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Synergy Home Services, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 7 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
Closest matches for South San Francisco: UsProRepair (3.9 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Triton Appliance repair (2.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JD Appliance repair service (5.6 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Intech Professional Services (6.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kind of Dryer Do You Have?
Angi says gas dryer repairs typically run about $50 to $100 more than comparable electric dryer repairs. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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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.
Gas and Electric Dryer Repair Costs
Here is what published cost guides report for the heat-source parts and other common dryer 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 South San Francisco Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a South San Francisco technician which parts to bring.