Dryer Repair — quick answers
Why does my dryer take three cycles to dry one load?
Almost always airflow. Lint builds up in the duct, the flap sticks, or the run is too long with too many bends. Heat has nowhere to go, so moisture stays in the clothes. We measure airflow and clear the path.
Is a burning smell an emergency?
Treat it that way. Unplug an electric dryer or shut the gas valve, then stop using it. Lint against a hot element can ignite. Call us and describe the smell so we bring the right parts.
Do you work on heat-pump dryers?
Yes. Those units dry with a sealed refrigerant loop instead of an element, so failures look different: clogged condenser fins, a full drain pump, or a stuck evaporator fan. We diagnose them the same careful way.
My gas dryer clicks but never lights. What is that?
The igniter glows, then a flame sensor tells the valve to open. When the sensor or the valve coils fail, you hear clicking and get no heat. Both are common, testable parts on a service call.
Should I repair or replace an older dryer?
Depends on the failure. Belts, rollers, fuses, and elements are routine repairs on solid machines. A cracked drum, rusted-through bulkhead, or dead control board on a very old unit changes the math. We tell you honestly what we see.
How long does a typical dryer repair take?
Many are done in one visit once we confirm the fault. Diagnosis usually runs under an hour. If a part has to be ordered for a specific model, we schedule the return trip and keep you updated.
