Philly Appliances Repair
Dryer repair

Dryer won't start in Philadelphia.

A dryer that will not start usually has a blown thermal fuse, a failed door switch, or a start switch that is no longer making contact. I find which one it is and fix it same-week across Philadelphia and the Main Line.

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Why it happens

Why your dryer won't start.

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

Thermal fuse

A one-time safety fuse that opens when the dryer overheats, and overheating almost always means restricted venting. Replacing the fuse without clearing the vent just blows the next one.
02

Door switch

The dryer will not run with the door believed open. The switch is small, it takes a lot of cycles, and it fails quietly.
03

Start switch or motor

If the drum hums but does not turn, that points at the motor rather than the switch, and the two are told apart with a meter, not a guess.

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

Every visit starts with a flat $89 diagnostic, and that $89 is applied to the repair. Most repairs of this kind start from $245, including parts, and every job is backed 90 days. If it is not worth fixing, I tell you that instead of selling you a repair.

FAQ

Won't-start questions, answered straight.

Straight answers on cost, coverage and timing. Still not sure? Text 267-388-3044.
My dryer is completely dead.
On an electric dryer that is often a half-power problem at the breaker, or the thermal fuse. Both are quick to confirm.
It hums but the drum does not move.
The motor is getting power and cannot turn. Stop running it, because that hum is a motor working against something.
Will you check the vent while you are here?
Yes. A blocked vent is the reason most thermal fuses blow, and replacing the fuse without clearing it is not a repair.
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Why Philly keeps calling

What Philadelphia neighbors say after a dryer repair.

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"Service was great! Timely and great communication! Diagnosed issue with dryer, ordered parts, and repaired it relatively quickly."

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Andrew D.
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"Tariq was great. Super friendly and great communication. The process was simple and easy to book. Came out and repaired my dryer within an hour, savings hundreds over a new dryer purchase. Will use again for future appliance issues."

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J Mon
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"Excellent communication. They were so helpful and courteous and got the work done quickly. Fixed our dryer and refrigerator in one evening!"

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