Clothes stay wet
A full load comes out damp every time. Laundry piles up fast.
Drum spins but clothes come out cold and wet?
Most often it's the heating element ($80–$140), thermal fuse ($15), or gas igniter ($60). Our analyzer pinpoints the cause in 5 minutes. Vent cleaning included free. If we don't fix it, you don't pay.
Often the vent to blame
In 30% of cases the element is fine — but a clogged vent overheats the thermal fuse, cutting all heat. That's also a fire hazard.
30–45 min repair
9 out of 10 are done same-day. Samsung, LG, Whirlpool elements are in the van.
If we don't fix it, you don't pay
Licensed & Insured
California state appliance repair license
Free Vent Inspection
Clogged vent is a fire hazard. We check and clean it with every repair
90-Day Warranty
On parts and labor
9 of 10 Fixed Same Day
Belts, rollers, heating elements — all in the van
Dmitry
Dryer Repair Tech · Orange
1,500+ dryers repaired. "Not heating" is the most common call, right after "drum won't spin."
Repair or replace? Dryers are almost always worth fixing. Element $80, thermal fuse $15, belt $20. If multiple parts fail at once on a 15+ year-old machine — we'll work through the numbers together. 9 times out of 10, repair wins.
Important: when the heat stops because of a clogged vent, that's a fire risk. I clean the duct free on every repair and verify airflow with the analyzer. Your home's safety is part of the job.
How the repair works
From your call to a working dryer — here's exactly what happens
1. Call Us
Describe what's happening. Dmitry asks 2–3 questions and gives you a ballpark price on the spot.
2. Diagnostics + Vent Check
Dmitry tests the element, belt, rollers, motor — and always checks the exhaust duct. A clogged vent is a fire hazard.
3. Approve the Quote
Happy with the price — we fix it. Not happy — you only pay $89 for the diagnostic.
4. Repair + Free Vent Clean
We replace the part, clean the vent at no charge, run a full heat cycle, and show you how to prevent the issue from coming back.
5 reasons your dryer stopped heating
The analyzer shows which one applies to your dryer in under 5 minutes
1. Burned-out heating element (40%)
The electric element failed. Drum spins, air moves, but nothing heats up. Analyzer shows zero amperage on the element. Labor: $80. Part: $80–$140.
2. Blown thermal fuse (30%)
A clogged vent overheats the dryer — the thermal fuse cuts heat permanently. We replace it and clean the duct. Without the cleaning, the new fuse blows within a week. Labor: $80. Part: $15–$70.
3. Failed gas igniter (15%, gas models)
On gas dryers the igniter doesn't light the burner. You hear a click but no flame. Safe — the valve closes automatically. Labor: $80. Part: $40–$120.
4. Bad thermostat / high-limit switch (10%)
Not sending the heat command or throttling temperature too aggressively. Analyzer measures the heating cycle precisely. Labor: $80. Part: $30–$80.
5. Control board failure (5%)
Rare. Display shows heat mode but the signal never reaches the element. More common on newer electronic models. Labor: $120–$180. Part: $80–$200.
Why we fix your dryer right the first time
The average tech: "not heating — swap the element" ($150). Didn't help. "Then the thermal fuse" ($80). Still nothing. You pay three times. Our analyzer reads amperage on the element, air temp, and vent airflow in 5 minutes. One part, one visit — no guessing.
1500
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dryers repaired
5
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diagnostics
95
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fixed first visit
Check these yourself in 2 minutes
Sometimes you don't need a tech
Set to heat, not Air Fluff?
Accidentally hit Air Fluff or Cold? Many dryers have a no-heat cycle that's easy to select by mistake.
Lint trap
Cleaning it after every load? A packed trap cuts airflow → overheating → thermal fuse trips.
Exhaust duct
Is there airflow outside the vent cap? Is the flex hose pinched behind the machine? If it hasn't been cleaned in a while — call us.
Power supply
Dryers run on 240V. A partial power failure — one leg down — lets the drum spin but kills the heat. Check the breaker.
Quick Diagnosis: What's happening?
Check the symptoms you're seeing to find the likely cause and repair cost
Likely a simple fix
Probable cause: belt, rollers, or thermal fuse. Repair: $100–$180, 30–45 minutes.
Professional diagnostics needed
Probable cause: heating element + clogged vent, or moisture sensor. Repair: $120–$220, 30–60 minutes.
Serious issue — call now
Multiple symptoms + burning smell — possible clogged vent (fire risk) or control board failure. Call immediately.
What does fixing the heat cost?
Labor rate is flat. Parts are at cost plus markup. We quote everything BEFORE we start.
| Issue | Labor (flat) | Part | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not heating (element / gas igniter) | $80 | $40–$140 | $120–$220 |
| Drum won't spin (belt) | $80 | $20–$100 | $100–$180 |
| Won't start (thermal fuse) | $80 | $15–$70 | $80–$150 |
| Noisy / squeaking (drum rollers) | $80 | $40–$120 | $120–$200 |
| Takes too long (clogged vent / sensor) | $80 | $0–$60 | $80–$200 |
| Error code (control board) | $120–$180 | $60–$200 | $180–$350 |
Diagnostic fee: $89 — waived when you book the repair.
If we don't fix it, you don't pay. Vent inspection included free with every repair.
Specifically for "not heating": $120–$220 (labor + part). 70% of cases are the element or thermal fuse.
For comparison: a new dryer runs $700–$1,500. A repair buys you another 5–10 years.
Recent 'not heating' repairs in Orange
Samsung DVE45, Orange — "Clothes wet after full cycle"
Lisa ran 3 cycles — clothes still damp. Ready to buy a new dryer.
Heating element burned out. Thermal fuse intact.
40 min, $200 (labor $80 + part $120)
Savings vs new: $900
Lisa ran 3 cycles — clothes still damp. Ready to buy a new dryer.
Heating element burned out. Thermal fuse intact.
40 min, $200 (labor $80 + part $120)
Savings vs new: $900
LG DLG, Anaheim — "Gas dryer, worried about safety"
Gas dryer running cold. Owner concerned about gas leak.
Cracked igniter — no spark. Gas supply and connections safe.
35 min, $170 (labor $80 + part $90)
Gas dryer running cold. Owner concerned about gas leak.
Cracked igniter — no spark. Gas supply and connections safe.
35 min, $170 (labor $80 + part $90)
Whirlpool Cabrio, Tustin — "Stopped spinning mid-cycle"
Dryer stopped spinning with wet clothes inside.
Drive belt snapped. Drum rollers partially worn.
35 min, $140 (labor $80 + part $60)
Dryer stopped spinning with wet clothes inside.
Drive belt snapped. Drum rollers partially worn.
35 min, $140 (labor $80 + part $60)
Questions before you call
Happens all the time: first the element or thermal fuse fails, then a few "cold" cycles add more stress and other parts follow. The analyzer reads everything in one visit — no need for a second call-out.
Yes. Gas igniter, gas valve, thermostats — all standard. After the repair I check for gas leaks with a certified detector. As safe as new.
Most dryer repairs run $120–$220 total (labor + part). The most common issues — belt, rollers, heating element — are $20–$140 for the part and $80 for labor. We quote the exact price before we start, after diagnostics.
Depends on the machine. Here's how Dmitry looks at it:
Dryers are the most repair-friendly appliance out there. Parts are simple and cheap: belt $20, rollers $40, element $80, thermal fuse $15. They last for years — no sensitive electronics dying after three.
Real example: A Whirlpool 22 years old — replaced rollers twice at $40 each. Still runs. A Samsung 5 years old — control board failed, $400 repair. The old one was more reliable.
Exception: motor + board + element all at once on a 15+ year-old machine — we'll do the math together. If the repair exceeds $400 and the dryer is over 12 years old, sometimes a new one makes more sense.
Average repair: $150. New dryer: $700–$1,500 plus wait time. Full breakdown: repair vs. replace →
If we don't fix it, you don't pay. You only pay $89 for the diagnostic (service call + analyzer). More about our guarantee →
We're based in Orange. Usually 2–3 hours from your call. 9 out of 10 dryer repairs are done same-day: belts, rollers, heating elements — we carry them in the van.
Yes, if the vent is clogged. Wet lint builds up → overheating → ignition. According to NFPA, roughly 2,900 dryer fires happen in the US every year.
We clean the vent duct free with every repair. If it's been a while — call us, we'll check it. Usually $80–$150 if it's just a cleaning with no repair.
70% of the time — yes, it's a clogged vent or flex hose. The element heats, but humid air can't escape. We check airflow with the analyzer.
The other 30%: moisture sensor or heating element running below capacity. The analyzer shows which one in under 5 minutes.
A handyman does a bit of everything. Appliance repair is its own licensed specialty in California.
We have a diagnostic analyzer for pinpoint accuracy, a van stocked with parts, and direct supplier relationships with Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, and Maytag. A handyman will Google it — we see these failures every day.
$89 — waived when you go ahead with the repair. If we don't fix it, you don't pay. You only pay the diagnostic fee if you decide not to proceed.
What customers say
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Samsung dryer ran full cycles but clothes stayed damp. Heating element burned out. Fixed in 40 min for $200. New dryer would have been $1,100.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
LG gas dryer not heating. Worried about safety. Tech found a cracked igniter, replaced it, and did a full gas leak check — all included. Fast and thorough.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
12-year-old GE dryer stopped heating. Burned heating element, diagnosed in 10 min. $190 total. Was already shopping for a replacement at $940.
Useful pages
When fixing your dryer makes sense — and when it doesn't
tS, hE, dE — what they mean and what the repair costs
If we don't fix it, you don't pay. 90 days on parts and labor
Recent repairs nearby
35 min $170Gas dryer running cold. Owner concerned about gas leak.
30 min $80Amy's dryer taking 3 hours per load. Electric bill doubled.
35 min $140Dryer stopped spinning with wet clothes inside.
40 min $200Lisa ran 3 cycles — clothes still damp. Ready to buy a new dryer.
We repair all major dryer brands
Other dryer problems
Similar symptoms? Check if there's more than one thing going on.
Clothes still damp after 3 cycles?
One call — your dryer heats again
✓ Samsung / LG / Whirlpool elements in the van
✓ Free vent duct cleaning
✓ $80 flat-rate labor
✓ If we don't fix it, you don't pay
7725 Gateway, Irvine, CA 92618
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Ph: (949) 739-8878