Residential appliance repair
Dryer repair for gas and electric dryers
When your dryer is not heating, the clothes still tumble but come out damp. On electric dryers that is usually a heating element, thermal fuse or thermostat. On gas dryers it is often the igniter or the gas valve coils.
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$65
Service call,
waived with repair$125 for stacked washer/dryer
From 39 customer reviews
$125 for stacked washer/dryer. Both waived with the repair.
Parts covered by the manufacturer's warranty
Open Mon–Sat, 9am–6pm
Dryer Repair
Dryer Repair across Phoenix and the East Valley
I repair gas and electric dryers of every major brand, and I check airflow while I’m there, because a restricted vent is the most common reason dryers overheat and blow fuses.
Signs you need dryer repair
- Clothes damp after a full cycle
- Dryer feels hotter than usual on the outside
- Loud squeal or rumble
- Drum won't turn
- Burning or hot smell
Common problems
Dryer problems I fix every week
Quick troubleshooter
Figure out what's going on
Choose what you’re seeing to get the most likely causes and one safe thing to try before you call.
What is your refrigerator doing?
Refrigerator Not Cooling
Most likely causes
- Evaporator coil iced over because the defrost system failed
- Evaporator or condenser fan motor stopped
- Dirty condenser coils or a failing compressor start relay
Try this first: Make sure nothing is blocking the vents inside the freezer, and vacuum the coils at the bottom or back if you can reach them. If it’s still warm after a few hours, call me.
Freezer Cold But Fridge Warm
Most likely causes
- Frozen evaporator coil blocking airflow to the fridge side
- Failed evaporator fan
- Stuck air damper between freezer and fridge
Try this first: Listen inside the freezer with the door switch pressed. If you hear no fan, that’s a strong clue for the technician.
Refrigerator Leaking Water
Most likely causes
- Clogged defrost drain freezing over
- Cracked or loose water line to the ice maker
- Failed water inlet valve
Try this first: Turn off the water supply valve behind the fridge to stop the leak, and dry the floor to protect it.
What is your ice maker or freezer doing?
Ice Maker Not Making Ice
Most likely causes
- Frozen water fill tube
- Failed water inlet valve or clogged filter
- Faulty ice maker module
Try this first: Check that the ice maker is switched on and the bail arm or sensor isn’t in the off position, and replace an overdue water filter.
Ice Maker Freezing Up
Most likely causes
- Ice buildup in the door compartment (common on some Samsung models)
- Door seal letting warm air in
- Fill valve dripping and over-filling the tray
Try this first: Empty the ice bucket and break up clumps. If the ice keeps welding together, the cause needs fixing.
Freezer Not Freezing
Most likely causes
- Defrost failure icing over the coil
- Evaporator or condenser fan failure
- Compressor start relay or control fault
Try this first: Keep the door closed and move frozen food to a cooler while you wait for service.
What is your washer doing?
Washer Not Draining
Most likely causes
- Clogged drain pump or pump filter
- Kinked or blocked drain hose
- Failed drain pump motor
Try this first: On a front-loader, place towels down and open the small pump filter door at the bottom front to check for socks and coins.
Washer Not Spinning
Most likely causes
- Lid lock or door lock not engaging
- Worn or broken drive belt
- Motor control board fault
Try this first: Redistribute the load and run a drain and spin cycle. If it still won’t spin, call me.
Washer Leaking Water
Most likely causes
- Torn front-loader door boot
- Loose or cracked inlet or drain hose
- Pump seal leak
Try this first: Turn off the hot and cold water valves behind the washer until it’s repaired.
What is your dryer doing?
Dryer Not Heating
Most likely causes
- Heating element or thermal fuse (electric)
- Igniter or gas valve coils (gas)
- Cycling thermostat failure
Try this first: Clean the lint screen and check that the outside vent flap opens when the dryer runs. Restricted airflow is a common root cause.
Dryer Won't Start
Most likely causes
- Blown thermal fuse
- Door switch or start switch failure
- Broken drive belt or failed motor
Try this first: Check the breaker. Electric dryers use a double breaker, and one half can trip on its own.
Dryer Takes Too Long To Dry
Most likely causes
- Clogged vent or lint buildup
- Weak heating element
- Faulty moisture sensor
Try this first: Run the dryer and feel the air at the outside vent. Weak airflow means the vent needs attention before parts fail.
What is your dishwasher doing?
Dishwasher Not Draining
Most likely causes
- Clogged filter or drain pump
- Kinked drain hose
- Clogged garbage disposal or knockout plug left in
Try this first: Remove and rinse the filter at the bottom of the tub, then run the garbage disposal before starting the dishwasher again.
Dishwasher Not Cleaning Well
Most likely causes
- Hard water scale in the spray arms
- Weak wash motor or low water fill
- Inlet valve partly clogged
Try this first: Pull the spray arms and clear the holes with a toothpick, and always use rinse aid with East Valley water.
Dishwasher Leaking
Most likely causes
- Worn door gasket
- Pump or motor seal leak
- Loose inlet or drain connection
Try this first: Use only dishwasher detergent (dish soap foams over), and dry the floor to check where the water appears first.
What is your oven or range doing?
Oven Not Heating
Most likely causes
- Weak gas igniter (glows but won't light)
- Burned-out bake element (electric)
- Temperature sensor or control board fault
Try this first: On electric ovens, look at the bake element for blisters or breaks. Don’t touch it until the oven has cooled down.
Gas Burner Won't Light
Most likely causes
- Clogged burner ports
- Wet or cracked spark igniter
- Spark module or switch fault
Try this first: Make sure the burner cap is seated correctly. If you ever smell gas, leave the house and call your gas company first.
Oven Temperature Is Off
Most likely causes
- Failing temperature sensor
- Control board needs calibration
- Door gasket letting heat escape
Try this first: An inexpensive oven thermometer will tell you how far off it is, which helps me diagnose it faster.
What is your garbage disposal doing?
Garbage Disposal Humming But Not Spinning
Most likely causes
- Flywheel jammed by something hard
- Failing motor start winding
- Seized bearings in an older unit
Try this first: Switch it off right away so the motor doesn’t burn out. Never put your hand inside the disposal.
Garbage Disposal Won't Turn On
Most likely causes
- Tripped reset button
- Wall switch or wiring fault
- Burned-out motor
Try this first: With the switch off, press the red reset button on the bottom of the unit once. If it trips again, call me.
Garbage Disposal Leaking
Most likely causes
- Bottom leak: worn internal seals (replacement needed)
- Top leak: sink flange putty or mounting ring
- Side leak: dishwasher or drain connections
Try this first: Put a dry paper towel under each connection, then run water. The first one to get wet shows where it’s coming from.
Seeing an error code on the display? Look up your code by brand
1 dryer recall on file for Frigidaire. Check your model number
Repair or replace?
Most dryer repairs, such as elements, igniters, fuses, belts and rollers, are well worth doing. Dryers are simple machines that can last a long time with the right parts.
Dust storms and dryers: monsoon-season dust adds to lint buildup. If your dryer suddenly takes two cycles, the airflow path is the first thing I check.
Upfront pricing
$65
Service call, waived when you approve the repair. You get an exact price before any work starts.
Stacked washer and dryer units have a $125 service call, also waived with the repair.
Typical national range for dryer repair: $100–$300. Heating elements, igniters, thermal fuses, belts and rollers.
Labor warranty: 1 month. Parts: manufacturer’s warranty.
Preventive Maintenance
Dryer Preventive Maintenance
A dryer that’s cleaned out and lubricated runs quieter and dries better. I open up the dryer, clean out the inside and lubricate every bearing surface. If I find a worn part, like a drum support or idler pulley that’s starting to squeak, I’ll show you and give you the price before replacing anything.
What's Included
- A full internal cleaning
- Lubrication of all bearing surfaces
Maintenance Package
$150
$200 to $225 if the dryer is stacked on top of a washer. The $65 service call is included.
From my jobs
Real dryer repairs
Dryer Motor And Heater Housing
Dryer Heating Element Test
Control Board Diagnosis
Recent Repairs
Recent Dryer Repairs
Whirlpool Electric Dryer Heating Element Failed: Element Replaced
The Problem: A Whirlpool electric dryer’s heating element had failed.
The Fix: I replaced the heating element.
Squeaking Whirlpool Dryer: Drum Supports and Idler Pulley Replaced
The Problem: A Whirlpool dryer was squeaking.
The Fix: I opened up the dryer for my preventive maintenance package (an internal cleaning and lubrication of all bearing surfaces), and replaced the drum supports and the idler pulley that were causing the squeak.
Reviews
Customers on Deven's work
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FAQ
Dryer repair questions
Have a question that isn’t here? Call or text (480) 292-4746.
Why is my dryer not heating?
On electric dryers, the usual causes are a failed heating element, thermal fuse or thermostat. On gas dryers, it is commonly a weak igniter or failed gas valve coils. Restricted venting often causes these parts to fail, so I check airflow too.
How much does dryer repair cost?
My service call is $65 ($125 for stacked washer and dryer units), waived when you approve the repair. Nationally, most dryer repairs cost about $100 to $300. You get an exact quote before I start.
Is it safe to keep using a dryer that's overheating?
No. Overheating is often caused by lint buildup and is a fire risk. Stop using it and have it checked.
Do you offer dryer maintenance?
Yes. My dryer preventive maintenance package is $150, or $200 to $225 if the dryer is stacked on top of a washer. It includes an internal cleaning and lubrication of all bearing surfaces, and the $65 service call is included in the price.
Where I offer dryer repair
Ready when you are
Book your dryer repair.
Call or text (480) 292-4746, Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm. Same-day and next-day appointments are often available.