A better drying-day plan.
Drying performance depends on both the appliance and its ventilation path. Explain whether clothes are damp after one normal cycle, whether the drum turns and whether the dryer is gas or electric. Vent cleaning and appliance repair may be separate services.
What have you noticed?
- Drum turns but clothes stay damp
- Dryer will not turn on
- A new squeal, scrape or thump
- Dryer stops before the cycle ends
Before you call
- Check and clean the user-accessible lint screen as described in the owner’s manual.
- Note whether drying times changed suddenly or gradually.
- Record the fuel type and model number before calling.
What to ask the provider
Ask whether a diagnostic visit includes ventilation checks, and whether any vent work is quoted separately. Confirm that the provider handles your fuel type.
Ask for the diagnostic or trip fee, any minimum labor charge, how parts are priced and whether a written repair warranty is included. Confirm whether an initial visit can complete the repair or whether parts may require a return visit.
Keep it safe
Stop using the dryer if there is a burning smell, smoke or unusual heat. If you suspect a gas leak, leave the area and contact emergency services or the gas utility from a safe place.
Use your manufacturer’s manual for model-specific instructions. This page provides general planning information, not instructions for electrical, gas or sealed-system repair.
Compare the options before committing
A repair decision depends on the diagnosis, the appliance’s condition, parts availability and your actual replacement costs. Use a written quote rather than a national average to compare your options.
Open the repair comparison tool