Dryer Repair in Denver

Some people don’t appreciate having a clothes dryer until it breaks down and they have to hang the clothes dry or go to the laundromat. Don’t wait till your dryer completely breaks down to call your local dryer repair technician. At the first sign of trouble, make sure you get it looked at. When it comes to dryers, if you catch the problem early, you can save yourself time and money. Of course, there are several types of dryers, but when it comes to laundry, the most popular one is the tumble dryer. Unfortunately, due to the high-energy consumption and heavy load, tumble dryers are also prone to occasional malfunction. It is important to keep in mind that despite dryers are rather sturdy appliances, they still require regular maintenance and vent cleaning. If your appliance breaks or starts malfunctioning – whether it makes a weird noise, or stops in the middle of the cycle it may be a good idea to diagnose and repair it early, since if the reason of the malfunction is not removed the situation might get worse over the time.

Here are the most common problems that our technicians encounter with broken dryers:

  • Dryer is overheating
  • Dryer won’t shut off
  • Dryer won’t start
  • The dryer doesn’t spin
  • Dryer takes too long to dry
  • Dryer makes a loud noise
  • Dryer is not heating

Dryer Is Overheating

If your dryer is too hot, here are some of the most probable causes:

Restricted air flow

The dryer needs good ventilation to maintain the proper temperature. Lint, dirt, and debris may clog the air vents, causing dryer overheating. To prevent this issue, clean the entire vent tubing thoroughly.

Clogged vent

Faulty high-limit thermostat

The high-limit thermostat is a switch, which is actuated by temperature change and protects the appliance from overheating. If the thermostat becomes faulty, it can allow the burner or element to stay on too long and the temperature may rise to an extremely high level.

High limit thermostat

Defective heating element

The heating element is used to warm the air before entering the dryer drum. When the heating element is partially shorted out, it can produce heat all the time, even if the dryer has reached the set temperature. This may cause your dryer to overheat.

Heating element

Faulty cycling thermostat

The cycling thermostat cycles the heating element or gas burner on and off to maintain the proper temperature. If the thermostat becomes defective, the heater or gas burner may stay on too long, causing overheating. The thermostat should be checked by a professional technician that is familiar with dryer repairs.

Cycling thermostat

Worn felt seal

A felt seal prevents heat from escaping the drum. It is located at the front and rear of the dryer drum. If the felt seal wears out, the dryer will keep heating and it can make the dryer too hot.

Felt seal

Defective blower wheel

The blower wheel is a component in your clothes dryer, which blows air throughout the drum and out the exhaust vent. If the blower wheel becomes obstructed or defective, the dryer can get too hot.

Blower wheel

Talk to our team about setting up a time to repair your dryer.

Call (844) 944-2557 for dryer repair in Denver, CO.

Dryer Won’t Shut Off

If your dryer never stops, here are some of the most probable causes:

Faulty door switch

The door switch is a safety device which allows the dryer to run only when the door is fully closed. If your dryer won’t stop tumbling, it means the signal that the door is open hasn’t been sent.

Door switch

Defective timer

The timer is located on the control panel and allows us to set the drying time by turning the timer’s control knob. If the timer has a shorted contact, it can cause the dryer to stay running.

Dryer timer

Faulty cycling thermostat

The cycling thermostat regulates the temperature inside the dryer drum as well as the timer motor. If the cycling thermostat is faulty, it may not send the correct signals to the timer. In its turn, it may cause a dryer not to stop.

Faulty Cycling Thermostat

Get Your Dryer Repaired.

If your dryer is overheating, taking too long to dry, or will not stop running, you may need some help. Denver Appliance Pros offers gas and electric dryer repairs on most major brands.

Our technicians are highly skilled professionals and can handle any kind of repairs. We use only original parts for all appliance repairs. With a well-stocked truck, we do our best to fix your appliance on the first visit to your home or business.

Call us today (844) 944-2557

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