Runs, but no heat
The drum turns, the timer counts down and the clothes come out cold.
Gas and electric dryers
Vented through the side wall or up to the roof, gas or electric: we work out why the dryer stopped drying and explain the repair before any work begins.
Symptoms
Most dryer trouble shows up in one of these six ways.
The drum turns, the timer counts down and the clothes come out cold.
Towels are still damp after a full run, even with a clean lint screen.
The light comes on, you press start, and the drum doesn't move.
A high-pitched squeal or a steady thump comes from inside the cabinet.
It stops a few minutes in, then runs again once it has cooled down.
A hot or scorched smell during the cycle. Stop the dryer and unplug it before you call.
Typical causes
Lint packs the duct, the dryer overheats, trips its safety fuse and takes longer every week.
How we check it
We measure airflow at the outside vent and check the duct run behind the dryer.
Electric dryers lose heat when the element burns open; gas models when the igniter or valve coils give out.
How we check it
We test the element or igniter with a meter and watch the gas valve open on a call for heat.
These parts wear a little with every load and are behind most of the noise.
How we check it
We open the cabinet, turn the drum by hand and check each roller and the belt tension.
How we diagnose
Diagnostic checklist
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From a recent visit
Post Oak Crossing
Whirlpool electric dryer
Problem: Drum turned, but no heat at all.
Repair: The thermal fuse had blown behind a lint-choked roof vent. Replaced the fuse and showed the owner the blockage.
Useful tips
Safety first. The U.S. Fire Administration names failure to clean as the leading cause of home dryer fires. If you smell burning, stop the dryer and unplug it.
Brands
Matching pairs from Whirlpool and Maytag, Samsung and LG dryers with steam settings, and gas models from nearly every major label.
Service area
Two-story homes in Corinth often have long dryer vent runs. If yours exits through the roof, mention it when you book.
For the rest of the house, see our appliance repair in Corinth, TX page.
Questions
Yes, both. For a gas dryer, say so when you book so the technician knows what to expect.
At least once a year, and sooner if drying times keep creeping up. Long runs to the roof clog faster.
For a short while. A squeal usually means a worn roller or idler pulley, and a snapped belt will stop the dryer altogether.
Heat that comes and goes often points to a thermostat or a gas valve coil that works cold and fails once warm. The technician can test for it during the visit.
Book a visit
Let us know if the dryer is gas or electric and where the vent leaves the house. We’ll get in touch to set a time between 7 am and 11 pm.
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