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. Companies below are sorted for dryer and gas appliance work first, then by distance from Turlock and public ratings.
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Turlock
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Turlock. 4 list an address in Turlock, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Manteca (4), and Merced (3). Nearest on the list: 101 repair inc.,, around 1.1 miles out. 7 list gas appliance or dryer work specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 |
| Mention gas appliance work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
Closest matches for Turlock: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Inc (26.5 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Gas vs. Electric: How Each One Heats
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?
Gas Dryer Parts That Fail
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
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
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What Turlock Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Turlock 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Turlock
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Gas & Electric Dryer Repair FAQs: Turlock, CA
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Do you cover Turlock and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Gas & Electric Dryer Repair Near Turlock
Note whether your dryer is natural gas, propane or electric, and what happens when you press Start. That tells a Turlock technician which parts to bring.