Are you wondering why your dryer won’t start, heat or is making weird noises? These common dryer problems can be caused by everything from excess lint build-up to worn-down parts.

What If My Dryer …

… Won’t Start

Outlet doesn’t have power. Unplug your dryer and try plugging something else into the same outlet and turn it on; a hair dryer, night light with an on/off switch or a nearby lamp work well. If the test object doesn’t turn on, you may have a blown fuse or the circuit breaker may be tripped.

The door latch is clogged. When you forget to clean out the lint trap, debris builds up inside of the dryer and coils itself around the door latch, preventing it from engaging. Check the door for any debris and remove it to rectify the issue.

The push knob isn’t engaging. Dust and dirt can get trapped behind a push-style start knob, preventing the knob from depressing all way and thus engaging the dryer. Pull the knob off and clean behind it before reinstalling to determine if this is the issue.

The lid switch, thermal fuse, thermostat or start switch is broken. When the outlet is still going strong and the dryer is clean and lint free, one of these parts may be faulty. Your appliance repair professional from Covina Appliance can easily replace the culprit

… Won’t Heat

Clothes take too long to dry. Start by cleaning out your lint trap – when there’s excess buildup, air flow is reduced, dramatically increasing the amount of time it takes for a standard load of laundry to dry. When this fails to solve the issue, check the outside exhaust vent. Turn your dryer on for 5 to 10 minutes and then go outside and hold your hand against the exhaust hood; if you don’t feel any air, the vent needs to be cleaned.

There’s no heat at all. A lack of heat could be caused by a closed supply valve for a gas dryer or an issue with the fuses or circuit breakers for an electric dryer. We can quickly determine the culprit and replace fuses, including thermal fuses, as well as adjust the supply line valve for you.

… Makes Noise

Lots of parts move in your dryer, but excessive noise could indicate a deeper issue. Thumping and vibrations typically indicate that the dryer isn’t level, while foreign objects in the dryer or balled up clothes could also be the source of the sound. When checking the inside of the dryer and leveling the legs doesn’t work, it’s best to call a professional. You may have a blower wheel with a clog, a worn-down center spindle, or worn out rollers that support the drum.

Clothes dryer repairs range from relatively simple to very complex, and having a professional handle the task ensures that the work is done properly and that nothing else is damaged in the process. Improper removal of the panel or cabinet, the first step to most jobs, could damage additional parts, resulting in a more costly and time-consuming repair.

For the best results, have your dryer fixed professionally: contact Covina Appliance Repairs today at

(888) 574-9452 or click here to submit an online service request form.