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 Truckee, with those that list gas appliance or dryer work shown first.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Truckee
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Truckee. 1 list an address in Truckee, and other nearby bases include Reno (15), Sparks (5), and Carson City (4). Of those, 10 mention gas appliance or dryer work by name. The closest is Costi's Appliance Repair, about 4.8 miles away. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Truckee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 13.9, 18.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
At the top of the Truckee list: All Star Dryer Vent (27.3 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Reno (24.6 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears (23.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Forrest Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.4 stars from 38 reviews).
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
If You Smell 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
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.
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.
Dryer Notes for Truckee, CA
Most dryer calls in Truckee 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
Before You Book in Truckee
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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: Truckee, CA
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Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Truckee technician which parts to bring.