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How to Fix Three Common Dryer Problems

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Do you want to know how you can fix your dryer without professional help? We tell you what you can do to get your appliance working again.

Buying a dryer makes the life of a lot of people easier. Do you live in a small apartment where you can’t hang your clothes to dry? A dryer will help you to clear your chairs, radiators and other furniture from your wet clothes. Nowadays, dryers come in all shapes and sizes, so you’ll find one that fits your needs. But what if you invested in a new appliance and then it suddenly stops working?

First of all, don’t panic. You don’t need to call a technician immediately, as you can try to solve the problem without help. Secondly, read this article to figure out what to do if your dryer doesn’t run properly or makes a weird noise.

In case you decide that you can’t handle the problem yourself, we are here for you. Our technicians work late (daily from 8 am to 10 pm), use genuine parts and we offer up to one-year warranty on parts and services. Feel free to call us: +1 (289) 801-7857 / +1 (888) 513-0052 / +1 (647)-558-5825 or schedule an appointment online through our contact form. We are happy to help you with dryer repair or installation.

Problem 1: Dryer Doesn’t Run Properly

If you turn on your dryer but it doesn’t run properly and won’t heat up at all, the problem might be that the thermal fuse is blown. To test if that’s the case, you need to find the thermal fuse (usually it’s behind the rear panel or the bottom toe panel) and test it with an Ohmmeter. If the meter moves to 0, you’ll need to replace the thermal fuse.

The reason for a blown thermal fuse can often be found as a result of overloading the machine, a clogged ventilation or lint screen.

Problem 2: Clothes Are Not Dry

Firstly, before you thinking of a bigger problem, you should answer this question: Did you overload your dryer? If so, you could run a short cycle to make sure all the clothes get dry. If that is not the case, the heating element might be the problem. Dryers are still able to finish a full drying cycle, even with a broken heating element, which makes it hard to identify the problem. To change it, you’ll need the right part for your appliance by using the model number. Then you can remove the back panel and the connections to replace the heating element. Finally, run a test cycle to figure out if the clothes get dry.

By the way: To make the heating element last longer, you shouldn’t overload your appliance and make sure to clean the lint screen regularly.

Problem 3: Dryer Makes Weird Noises

There are many possible reasons if your dryer makes weird noises: It could be a damaged drive belt, a worn-out drum roller or drum roller axle, an object that blocks the blower wheel, a faulty drum bearing or other worn-out parts.

Check the parts in and around your drum to figure out if one of them is the reason for the noise. If needed, replace the faulty part to make the dryer run properly again.

Should I Buy a Dryer?

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Are you torn between the decision if you need a dryer or if it’s the better solution for you to keep hanging your clothes up on a line? Maybe this article can help you to make up your mind.

When you are moving into an unfurnished apartment or a new house, you’ll sooner or later face the question of what appliances you want to buy. 

Why Would I Want to Buy a Dryer?

Well, there are some pros and cons. As we want you to be able to make up your mind yourself, we have listed some of them for you.

Let’s start with the pros:

  • A dryer allows you to wash clothes whenever you want without having to worry if there will be enough time for them to dry.
  • Say goodbye to the clothesline in your apartment.
  • When drying your clothes with a dryer, it is easier and quicker to iron them.
  • It saves you time and effort, especially if you are washing for the whole family.
  • Especially in winter, it can take a long time until your clothes dry on a clothesline.

And of course, there are some cons:

  • A new dryer can be quite expensive as they cost between $200 and $1,750.
  • Using a dryer will also add up to your electricity bill.
  • When you have limited space, there might not be enough space for another appliance.

Is There Enough Space for a Dryer?

Nowadays, a lot of appliances are smaller than they used to be while their features have expanded. So, if you have limited space, a compact machine that is built into a corner of the kitchen could be the ideal solution for you.

You could also decide to go for a washing machine that has a dryer included. If you are unsure, which appliance would fit your needs, keep on reading, as we will give you some advice in the next chapter.

Which Dryer Should I Buy?

If you decide to buy a dryer, you will need to decide which kind of appliance you want to buy.

Depending on how many people are living in your household, you might want to go for a bigger or smaller appliance. The capacity for the dryer refers to the weight of dry clothes, and not when they come out wet from the washing machine.  Keep that in mind when choosing a size.

Furthermore, you can choose between a gas or an electric dryer. This decision can be easy if you don’t have a gas supply to your house – then you’ll have to go for an electric dryer. But gas dryers can be handy as they heat up faster and can, therefore, dry your clothes quicker. Also, depending on your local rates, gas is often cheaper.

Do You Need Help with the Dryer Installation?

Have you decided that a dryer would be a useful addition to your household? Well done! 

And the good news is that dryers have a lifespan of between 10 to 13 years, so you probably won’t have to buy a new one any time soon. So, if you are deciding to purchase a dryer, you can contact us if you need help with the dryer installation. Our licensed technicians work late and have experience with installing and repairing appliances such as vented dryer, condensing dryer, heat pumped dryer and washer-dryers.

Contact us online or call +1 (888) 513 0052 or +1 (289) 801 7857 to schedule an appointment!