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Dryer making noise in Philadelphia.

The kind of noise tells you most of it. A squeal is the good outcome, a grind is worth knowing about first. Three questions below.

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Check this first

Three things to check before you book.

  • Is it a squeal, a thump, or a grinding noise?
  • How old is it?
  • What brand is it?
The straightforward case

A squeal or thump is usually the rollers, the idler pulley or the belt. Those are the good outcome and a small job. Grinding can mean the motor bearing, which is worth knowing before I come.

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Text me the model number, the age and what it is doing before you book. That tells me which part to bring, which is the difference between one visit and two.

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Why it happens

Why your dryer is making noise.

Each sound points somewhere different. I confirm which one it is before quoting anything.
01

Worn drum rollers

I go by the sound before I open anything: a thump or rumble that repeats with every turn of the drum usually means the rollers have worn a flat spot. They get replaced as a set, not one at a time.
02

Failing idler pulley

A squeal or screech right at start-up is the pulley bearing drying out with age. It's a small part behind a loud complaint, one of the easier noise calls I get.
03

Worn or frayed drive belt

A rhythmic slap or thump, sometimes with a burning smell, usually means the belt. I don't call it from the sound alone: the belt is hidden behind the front panel where nobody could have seen it, so I open the cabinet and check before I say what's wrong. A frayed belt drags on the drum instead of turning it, and it tends to fail completely soon after.
04

Worn rear drum bearing

A deep grinding that gets worse week by week is the bearing carrying the back of the drum. Left running, it can take the drum and the belt with it, which turns a small repair into a much bigger one.

How much does it cost to fix a dryer that's making noise?

Every visit starts with a flat $89 diagnostic, and that $89 is applied to the repair. Most noisy-dryer repairs start from $245, including parts. You get the exact price before any work begins.

FAQ

Noise questions, answered straight.

Straight answers on what the sound means, cost and whether it's worth it. Still not sure? Text 267-388-3044.
Why is my dryer squealing?
Usually the drum rollers or the idler pulley drying out. Both are straightforward to replace.
Should I keep using a noisy dryer?
Better not to. A worn roller can take the belt with it, which turns a small job into a bigger one.
How much does it cost?
A flat $89 diagnostic, credited to the repair.
Do you work on Speed Queen?
Yes. Speed Queen parts are easy to get, which keeps these repairs short.
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Why Philly keeps calling

What Philadelphia neighbors say after a dryer repair.

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Crystal G.
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"Philly Appliance repair was efficient, arrived timely. The gentlemen was kind and knowledgeable. He explained to me in detail what was wrong with my dryer and advised what was needed to repair the dryer. He repaired the dryer and so far so good. I would recommend this company."

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Chris G.
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"This company is fantastic. Saved our rugged old analog Speed Queen dryer and fixed an Antarctic-like broken ice maker in our fridge, with a price for parts and labor that was absolutely reasonable. Courteous, professional and on-time."

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Sandy H.
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"Our technician came right on time and was able to explain to me what was going on with our dryer. He kept me up to date on his progress and was transparent with the cost. The dryer is running better than ever! Highly reccomend."

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"I was pleasantly surprised on the quick response time to repair our dryer. The repairman was punctual, professional and knowledgeable about the unit. I really appreciated the cleanup after the repair work was completed."

★★★★★ Laura P. · Google review
4.8· 218 Google reviews
A quiet dryer again. Let's get it fixed.
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