Electric Dryer Repair Services

Nearly all electric dryers need a vent to expel the warm, moist air and lint. Most dryers vent to the outdoors. There are, however, electric ventless dryers that are essentially hot air vacuums, pulling room-temperature air from your laundry room, heating it, and then blasting it through your tumbling wet laundry to dry your clothes.

If there’s only one cord attached to your dryer — a heavy-duty electric plug that runs into a 220V outlet — you have an electric dryer. If there’s also a thin connector (typically stainless steel) hooked into your dryer in addition to a smaller, 110-volt electric wire, you have a gas dryer.

No, electric dryer repairs are difficult to fix and must be handled by an electric dryer service professional in most instances. DIY electric dryer repair is dangerous and could void your warranty.

Yes, repairs are worth it. The service professionals at Mr. Appliance will provide you with the information you need when assessing your appliances to make an informed decision about repair versus replacement.

Whether you have a new smart dryer or an older model, your service professional will arrive at your electric dryer repair service appointment with the tools and knowledge to fix the problem. We’ll explain the issue and provide maintenance tips to prevent further issues. We’ll also let you know if replacement is likely a better option.

These are the types of electric dryers we service:

• Front-loading
• Top-loading
• Vented
• Ventless

We commonly service these brands of electric dryers:

• GE
• Kenmore
• LG
• Maytag
• Samsung
• Whirlpool

*All Mr. Appliance franchises are locally owned and operated and may offer fewer or more electric dryer repair services than those listed here. Don’t see your appliance listed? Ask your local Mr. Appliance about the service.

Here are some of the reasons to choose Mr. Appliance:

• Qualified and friendly service professionals
• Upfront pricing
• Guaranteed parts and workmanship
• Online scheduling

Sometimes, your electric dryer only needs a single part to be repaired or replaced. Here are the most common parts we help homeowners with:

• Belts
• Fuses
• Heating coils
• Idler pulleys
• Motors
• Rollers
• Switches
• Temperature switches
• Thermostats
• Timers

The dryer stopping mid-cycle may be caused by the motor overheating, triggering the thermal overload switch. It could also be due to a broken drive belt, door latch, or moisture sensor. Mr. Appliance’s service professionals are fast and friendly, so you can trust them with your electric dryer repair.

The cause may be as simple as the lint trap or dryer vent needing cleaning. Additional issues that cause a dryer to dry slowly include a broken heating element or faulty thermostats or sensors. This issue should be handled by service professionals.

This could be a sign of a bad fuse, temperature switch, thermostat, or heating coil. These will require professional repair — count on Mr. Appliance to handle them. If the motor is running but the drum isn’t spinning, it’s most likely a broken belt — but a bad roller or idler pulley could also be the culprit. Don’t attempt to fix these issues on your own, as this can be dangerous.

There’s a chance a circuit breaker tripped or the machine came unplugged. But it could also be a broken start switch or a bad thermal fuse causing your dryer not to start.

If the dryer continues to run after the door is opened, it could be a door switch issue. But if the only way to stop the dryer is by opening the door, then the control board or timer is likely to blame. This can be a complicated fix that should be handled by service professionals.

Depending on the specific noise your dryer is making, such as grinding, squeaking, or thumping, it may be due to a drum bearing, drive belt, idler pulley, roller, or balance issue. Loud noises can indicate a potentially serious problem, so always call a service professional for help.

Common signs an electric dryer needs repair include failure to start, not heating up, taking too long to dry clothes, unusual noises (squealing, grinding, thumping), and a burning smell. Sometimes clothes come out still damp or even hot but wet.

Lint accumulating in the lint trap more quickly than usual can also indicate a problem with airflow, which may indicate that professional dryer vent cleaning service is needed. Ignoring these signs can lead to further damage or even fire hazards, making prompt diagnosis important.

The most frequent reason an electric dryer isn't heating is a faulty heating element. However, it could also be a tripped thermal fuse (a safety device that blows if the dryer overheats), a defective high-limit thermostat, or a problem with the cycling thermostat.

Less common causes include a faulty igniter (though more common in gas dryers, some electric models have one) or issues with the dryer's power supply, such as a tripped circuit breaker.

Proper diagnosis often involves testing continuity of these components by an electric dryer repair professional.

A loud squealing noise from an electric dryer often indicates a worn idler pulley, which maintains tension on the drive belt, or worn drum rollers that support the dryer drum. Over time, these components can become dry and noisy. Less commonly, the motor bearings could be failing.

Prompt attention is needed as continuous squealing can lead to further damage or even a broken drive belt. Lubrication or replacement of these parts is typically required. It’s best to contact an electric dryer service professional when you hear odd noises from your appliance.

Clothes taking too long to dry is often a sign of restricted airflow. The most common culprit is a clogged lint filter or dryer vent that needs to be cleaned by a professional. A partially blocked exhaust vent prevents humid air from escaping, extending drying times.

Other possibilities include a failing heating element that's not producing enough heat, a faulty thermistor or thermostat, or even an overloaded dryer. Regularly cleaning your dryer's vent system is essential for optimal performance.

The thermal fuse in an electric dryer is a critical safety device designed to protect the dryer from overheating. It's a non-resettable, one-time-use fuse that blows (opens the circuit) if the dryer's internal temperature exceeds a safe limit, typically due to restricted airflow (e.g., clogged vent) or a malfunctioning thermostat.

Once blown, it permanently breaks the electrical circuit, preventing the dryer from operating until it's replaced, thereby averting a potential fire hazard. If the thermal fuse in your electric dryer blows, it’s essential to contact an electric dryer repair professional who can identify and resolve the issue that caused the appliance to overheat.

Mr. Appliance has extensive experience maintaining and repairing all major brands of electric dryers. Some of the most common brands we service include:

• Amana
• Bosch
• Electrolux
• Frigidaire
• GE
• Kenmore
• LG
• Maytag
• Samsung
• Whirlpool

All Mr. Appliance franchises are locally owned and operated and may offer fewer or more services than those listed here. To learn more about electric dryer repair offered in your area, contact the Mr. Appliance nearest you for details or a customized on-site assessment.