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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Susanville, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians for Gas and Electric Models, Susanville
Within 71 miles of Susanville there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Susanville itself, and other nearby bases include Reno (2), Shingletown (1), and Paradise (1). Distances run up to about 70 miles. Ken's Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Susanville. 2 of them mention gas appliance or dryer work in their listing or website. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Susanville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (71 mi) | 6 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.4, 60.4 |
The leading options for Susanville are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Star Dryer Vent (60.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Repair Service (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews); Hudson's Appliance Center (70.4 miles away, based in Paradise, 4.8 stars from 84 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
What a Technician Checks on a Gas Dryer
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.
What Heat-Source Repairs Cost
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?
- 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 Susanville
Most dryer calls in Susanville 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).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Susanville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Susanville, CA
Who can work on a gas dryer?
Is a gas smell from the dryer an emergency?
Are gas dryers more expensive to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Dryer Repair in Susanville
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Susanville
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.