Dryer repair in Toronto and the GTA
When your dryer will not heat, tumble, or start, clothes stay damp and laundry backs up. The cause is usually a heating element, thermal fuse, belt, or moisture sensor — not a new machine. Appliance Handyman repairs electric and gas dryers the same day across the GTA. We also check the vent, because a blocked lint run is a fire risk and a common reason clothes stay damp.
Problems we diagnose
- Dryer not heating
- Will not start or stops mid-cycle
- Drum not tumbling
- Takes multiple cycles to dry
- Burning smell or overheating
Request a visit if you would like us to take a look. Same-day service is available when you call during hours. Diagnosis is applied to the repair when we complete the job.
How we can help
We repair electric and gas dryers in your laundry — including stacked condo units and matching washer-dryer pairs. Call 416-800-9206, 905-963-0067, or 705-999-8533. Same-day visits run through 11pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends.
No-heat is the call we run most. On electric dryers that is usually the element, a thermal fuse, or a cycling thermostat. On gas dryers we test the igniter, the coils, and the gas supply before we look at the control. Long dry times with heat still present are often a crushed or lint-packed vent. We check that on every visit because it is a fire risk, not just a convenience.
Diagnosis is applied to the repair when we finish the job. Completed work carries a 3-month service warranty.
Common problems we see
Runs but will not heat
The drum turns, the timer advances, and the clothes come out cold. On a 240-volt electric dryer we test both legs of power, then the element and the high-limit fuse. A blown fuse often means the vent was restricted and the dryer overheated. We replace the failed part and clear what we can of the lint path so the new fuse does not open next week.
Gas dryer clicks or will not ignite
A weak igniter glows and never opens the valve. Coils stick. A closed supply valve after a move or a condo gas shutoff can look like a dead dryer. We confirm gas at the valve, test the igniter current, and quote the failed piece. If you smell gas, shut the supply and ventilate. That is a priority visit, and we are happy to treat it that way.
Drum will not turn — belt, rollers, or motor
A snapped belt leaves the motor humming and the drum still. Worn rollers squeal. A failed motor will not start the drum at all. We pull the cabinet, inspect the idler and the belt path, and replace what is worn so we are not back in a month for the next dry roller.
Takes two or three cycles to dry
Heat is present but airflow is not. Lint in the cabinet, a crushed flex hose behind a stacked unit, or a long run to the roof with no cleanout will dry clothes slowly and overheat the dryer. We inspect the visible vent and tell you if the building run needs a separate clean. A new element will not fix a blocked pipe.
Burning smell or the dryer shuts off hot
Lint on the element or a failing motor bearing will smell like burning. We unplug and inspect. If the cabinet is packed with lint or the thermostat is welded shut, we will stop the dryer and explain why. That is for safety in your home.
What to expect on the visit
Tell us electric or gas, and whether the dryer is stacked. A photo of the model tag on the door frame helps. In condos, the vent often goes into a shared chase — we need access to the back of the stack if the hose is crushed.
We test heat at the drum, continuity on the thermal parts, and airflow at the vent. If the element, fuse, belt, or igniter is on the truck, we finish that day and run a heat test before we leave.
Cost and when to repair or replace
Elements, thermostats, belts, and fuses are common and usually cheaper than a new dryer. Gas igniters are a similar story. You get a parts-and-labour quote before we replace anything. Diagnosis is credited on a completed repair.
If the drum bearings, motor, or a cracked drum on a 12-year-old unit push the quote high, we recommend replacement instead of stacking repairs. A dryer that has already overheated from a blocked vent needs the vent fixed, or the next element will fail too.
| Repair | Replace |
|---|---|
| Heating elements, thermostats, belts, and fuses are common and usually cheaper than a new dryer. We quote before we replace parts. | If the drum bearings, motor, or a cracked drum on a 12-year-old unit push the quote high, we will recommend replacement instead of stacking repairs. |
Brands we service
Whirlpool, Maytag, Samsung, LG, GE, Bosch, and Miele dryers are regular work. Gas and electric are both on the schedule. Matching laundry pairs are often repaired on the same visit if you book both machines.
If the dryer sits on a washer in a closet, see our washer page as well — a walking washer will tear the dryer vent hose behind the stack.
Related pages
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What homeowners say
“Edi phoned to let me know what time he expected to arrive and was on time. He repaired our dishwasher quickly and efficiently, explained what was wrong, and kept me informed throughout.”
“My 7-year-old washer was not draining. Edward arrived within two hours, found a failed drain pump, and repaired it the same day. Professional diagnosis and a fair price.”
Frequently asked questions
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