Philly Appliances Repair
Dryer repair

Dryer not heating in Philadelphia.

For some people this is a fast fix. For others it takes more digging before anyone books a visit. Three questions below tell you which side you are on.

4.8· 219 reviews, read our reviews on Google ·$89 diagnostic, applied to the repair ·90-day warranty
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Check this first

Three things to check before you book.

  • Does the drum still tumble normally, with no heat at all?
  • How old is it?
  • What brand is it?
The straightforward case

If it tumbles fine with no heat, it is the heater, the thermostat or the timer. The first two are quick. The timer takes longer to confirm, which is why the model number helps before I come.

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Not sure, or it does not match

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 won't heat.

The usual culprits, in plain words. I confirm which one it is before quoting anything.
01

Bad thermostat or sensor

A cycling thermostat or thermistor that's starting to misread the temperature tells the dryer to stop heating long before the clothes are dry. It's one of the more common calls on this problem.
02

Blown thermal fuse

A safety fuse cuts the heat the moment the dryer overheats, usually because the vent was blocked. Once it blows, the drum still turns but the air stays cold until I replace it, and I check the vent at the same time or the next one blows too.
03

Failed heating element or igniter

Electric dryers heat with an element that burns out. Gas dryers light with an igniter that wears down. Either way you get a tumbling drum and no heat, and I check which type I'm dealing with before I say more.
04

Clogged vent or lint buildup

A vent packed with lint traps heat inside the machine and trips the safety devices meant to protect it. Clearing it is often the whole fix, no part needed.

How much does it cost to fix a dryer that won't heat?

Every visit starts with a flat $89 diagnostic, and that $89 is applied to the repair. Most no-heat dryer repairs start from $280, including parts. You get the exact price before any work begins.

FAQ

No-heat questions, answered straight.

Straight answers on cost, coverage, timing and whether it's worth it. Still not sure? Text 267-388-3044.
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
One of three parts: the heating element, the thermostat, or the timer. The first two are quick to swap.
Is a dryer that won't heat worth fixing?
Usually yes. These are individual parts, not the motor or the drum.
How much does it cost to fix a dryer that isn't heating?
A flat $89 diagnostic, credited to the repair. I do not quote a part price before I have seen which of the three it is.
Do you work on GE and Speed Queen dryers?
Yes, and those are two I work on most often.
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Why Philly keeps calling

What Philadelphia neighbors say after a dryer repair.

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Jasmine L.
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"Scheduling was fast and easy! The were on time and very communicative of when they would be arriving soon. Very professional and very happy to have a fixed dryer and ice maker. I will definitely be using them again!"

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Laura P.
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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."

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Rebecca A.
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"Was timely, friendly, professional, and got my dryer fixed quickly. Would recommend to my friends!"

Owner-operated · Philadelphia
Booked in a text. Fixed by your neighbor.

"Tariq was great! Communicated well, available to fix dryer next day. Loved online scheduling and payment."

★★★★★ Genevieve S. · Google review
4.8· 219 Google reviews
Hot air, dry clothes again. Let's get it fixed.
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