Dryers Wayne repairs
Wayne repairs electric dryers, gas dryers and the dryer half of stacked laundry centres. Wayne is licensed for gas appliances, so gas dryers in the older Etobicoke houses of Sunnylea, Alderwood and The Kingsway are handled by a licensed technician rather than referred elsewhere. Wayne is also an authorized GE service representative, so GE dryers get warranty repairs as well as paid repairs. GE Profile and Cafe dryers are covered on the GE repair page.
Typical dryer repairs include heating elements, thermal fuses, thermostats, igniters and flame sensors, belts, drum rollers, idler pulleys, motors, door switches and control boards.
Common dryer symptoms
Dryer not heating
Check the lint filter, then check that the breaker for the dryer has not tripped. An electric dryer runs on a double breaker and can tumble with no heat when only one half trips. A dryer that still tumbles cold needs a technician.
Dryer runs but clothes stay damp
Check the exhaust vent outside for a stuck flap or a lint plug, and feel for airflow at the outlet while the dryer runs. Weak airflow means a blocked vent. Good airflow with damp clothes means a heat or sensor problem.
Dryer not turning
Check that the door closes and clicks, and that the dryer has power. A dryer that hums when started but does not turn has a belt or motor fault.
Dryer squealing or thumping
Empty the drum and run it briefly. A squeal points to a worn idler pulley or roller. A thump every rotation points to a flat drum roller or a worn belt.
Dryer stops after a few minutes
Clean the lint filter and check the vent. A dryer that shuts off early is usually overheating because of poor airflow, or has a failing thermostat or motor.
Dryer too hot or burning smell
Stop using the dryer. A burning smell means lint is heating inside the cabinet or the vent, or a heating part is failing. Call before running it again.
Gas dryer not igniting
Do not touch the gas valve, open the cabinet or test the gas line yourself. Call a licensed technician.
Electric or gas dryer
| Dryer type | Common no-heat cause | What you can check | Who repairs it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Thermal fuse, element, half-tripped breaker | Lint filter, breaker, vent | Wayne |
| Gas | Igniter, flame sensor, valve coils | Lint filter, vent | Wayne, licensed for gas |
How a dryer repair visit works
- Call (416) 329-1415 or use the request-a-visit form. Say whether the dryer is electric or gas and give the model number from inside the door.
- Wayne confirms the appointment himself, usually the evening before.
- Wayne arrives with common dryer parts such as thermal fuses, elements, igniters, belts and rollers, so many repairs finish in one visit.
- Wayne quotes the repair before doing the work. Wayne tells you the diagnostic fee when you book (see the pricing page), and it is applied to the repair.
Etobicoke customers describe their visits on the reviews page.
Serving Etobicoke
Wayne repairs dryers across Etobicoke, including Sunnylea, Alderwood, The Kingsway, Long Branch, Rexdale and Markland Wood. Confirm your address on the service area page.