Dryer Not Heating?

Likely Causes

A blown thermal fuse

The thermal fuse is a safety part. It cuts the heat when the dryer overheats. If it blew, something made the dryer run too hot, often restricted airflow.

A failed heating element or igniter

Electric dryers heat with an element, and other models use an igniter. Either one can wear out over time.

Thermostats or sensors

The dryer's thermostats and sensors control the heat. When one fails, you can get no heat or heat that shuts off too soon.

Restricted airflow

A packed lint path, a crushed transition hose behind the dryer or a blocked exterior vent flap makes drying slow. It also burns out heating parts.

Safe Checks Before You Call

These are quick, safe checks. They aren't repairs, and we don't recommend opening up the appliance yourself.

• Clean the lint screen and check that the slot under it isn't packed.
• Check the breaker. Electric dryers use a double breaker, and if half of it trips, the drum can still turn without heat.
• Go outside while the dryer runs and check that the vent flap opens and air flows.
• Make sure the hose behind the dryer isn't crushed or kinked.

When to call

Call if there's still no heat after these checks, if you smell burning, if the dryer or laundry room gets unusually hot, or if a new part failed again quickly.

How we fix it

The $59 diagnostic finds the actual cause. You get one flat price, approved by you before anything starts, and the $59 comes off the repair when you go ahead. Workmanship guarantee: if something we touch fails, we come back and make it right. If we're late for your confirmed arrival window, the diagnostic is free.