Kenmore dryer not heating or won't spin?
We know every series.
Kenmore 110, 796, Elite, Oasis — each series is built by a different manufacturer. Tell us your model number and we bring the right parts the first time. We diagnose with an analyzer in about 5 minutes and check the vent free. If we don't fix it, you don't pay.
Same-day service
What's happening with your Kenmore?
Tap your symptom — or just call and we'll sort it out on-site.
Not heating (tumbles cold)
Thermal fuse or heating element — identical across series. Series 110 (Whirlpool): easy element access. Series 796 (LG): check the thermistor too.
Drum won't spin
A snapped drive belt — the most common Kenmore call regardless of series. Parts differ by series; your model number gets us the right one.
Won't start at all
A blown thermal fuse or failed door switch — diagnosed instantly with a multimeter on any Kenmore series.
Noisy / squeaking
Worn rollers, glides or idler — which part depends on who built your series. The analyzer pinpoints it fast.
Quick Diagnosis: What's happening?
Check the symptoms you're seeing to find the likely cause and repair cost
What's the likely fix?
Check what you see on the left — we'll estimate the cause, the cost and how urgent it is.
Estimate only — the analyzer confirms the exact cause on-site.
Probable cause: belt, rollers, or thermal fuse. Repair: $100–$180, 30–45 minutes.
Probable cause: heating element + clogged vent, or moisture sensor. Repair: $120–$220, 30–60 minutes.
Multiple symptoms + burning smell — possible clogged vent (fire risk) or control board failure. Call immediately.
Kenmore dryer reviews
“Loud squeaking every rotation on our Samsung DV. Tech said Samsung drum rollers wear unevenly and you have to replace all four at once or the noise comes back in 6 months — replaced all of them. Silent now.”
“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.”
“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.”
★★★★★ 5.0 average · 29 verified reviews
What you get in one visit
Analyzer diagnostic
We plug in the analyzer — in 5 minutes you see amperage on the element, air temp and vent airflow on the screen. The same data we read.
Free vent inspection
A clogged vent is a fire hazard — NFPA logs ~2,900 dryer fires a year in the US. We check and clean the duct with every repair.
Can't fix it — no charge
Approve the repair and the $89 diagnostic is included. 90-day guarantee on all work, plus a 30-day follow-up call.
Why we fix your dryer right the first time
The average tech guesses: "not heating — swap the element." Didn't help. "Then the thermal fuse." Still nothing — you pay three times. Our analyzer reads amperage, air temp and vent airflow in 5 minutes. One part, one visit.
Dmitry — dryer & vent specialist
Kenmore dryer specialist · Orange
Kenmore doesn't make its own appliances — they're built by major OEMs and branded for Sears, and the series prefix tells you exactly what's inside: Series 110 is Whirlpool-built, 796 is LG-built, 417 is Frigidaire/Electrolux-built.
That matters for repairs. I stock Whirlpool, LG and Frigidaire parts, so when you call with your model number I know exactly what to bring — no second trips for the right part.
Quick check: your model number is on a label inside the door frame; the first three digits tell me the series and manufacturer, so I can usually quote a price before I arrive.
No price-list games, no surprises
You approve a fixed price before any work — then it doesn't move.
Different builder per series — we stock them all
Series 110 — Whirlpool-built
The classic belt-drive workhorse — elements, fuses, belts and rollers all in the van.
Series 796 — LG-built
Modern electronic models — moisture sensors, thermistors and Flow-Sense-style airflow checks.
Series 417 — Frigidaire-built
Frigidaire/Electrolux internals — drum bearings, belts and heating elements.
Kenmore Elite / Oasis
Premium Whirlpool or LG models with solid bones — well worth repairing for another 8–10 years.
Recent Kenmore dryer repairs in Orange
Lisa ran 3 cycles — clothes still damp. Ready to buy a new dryer.
Heating element burned out. Thermal fuse intact.
Gas dryer running cold. Owner concerned about gas leak.
Cracked igniter — no spark. Gas supply and connections safe.
Dryer stopped spinning with wet clothes inside.
Drive belt snapped. Drum rollers partially worn.
How do I know which Kenmore series I have?
Look at the first three digits of the model number (on a sticker inside the door frame): 110.XXXXX = Whirlpool-built, 796.XXXXX = LG-built, 417.XXXXX = Frigidaire-built. Tell me the number and I'll know exactly what parts to bring.
Is a Kenmore Elite worth repairing?
Yes — Kenmore Elite dryers are typically Whirlpool or LG premium models with solid bones. A $150–$250 repair extends their life by 8–10 years; new touch-screen Wi-Fi machines rarely outlast a well-maintained Elite.
What does dryer repair actually cost?
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.
Should I just buy a new dryer?
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 →
What if you can't fix it?
If we don't fix it, you don't pay. You only pay $89 for the diagnostic (service call + analyzer). More about our guarantee →
How fast can you get here?
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.
Is a dryer actually a fire risk?
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.
Taking too long to dry — is that a breakdown?
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.
How are you different from a handyman?
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.
How much is the diagnostic fee?
$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.
Have a Kenmore Question? Ask Us
Send your model number and what it's doing — we'll reply the same day.
Other dryer problems
Similar symptoms? Check if there's more than one thing going on.
We Cover All of Orange County
Same-day appliance repair across 40+ Orange County cities — from the coast to the canyons. If we don't fix it, you don't pay.
Book a Kenmore dryer tech
- Parts for Series 110 (Whirlpool), 796 (LG) and 417 (Frigidaire) in the van
- Tell us your model number — we bring the exact part
- Diagnostic analyzer: $89 (waived at repair)
- If we don't fix it, you don't pay · 90-day guarantee + 30-day follow-up call