Dryer Repair & Vent Cleaning Service

On electric dryers, the usual causes are a failed heating element, a blown thermal fuse, a bad thermostat or one side of the double breaker tripping. On gas dryers, it is usually a failed igniter, gas valve coils or flame sensor. A clogged vent often causes the thermal fuse to blow, so we check airflow too.

Restricted airflow is the most common reason. A full lint screen, a crushed vent hose or lint buildup in the vent run traps moist air in the drum. A weak heating element or faulty moisture sensor can also stretch drying times.

A broken drive belt is the most common cause, especially if you hear the motor running. Worn idler pulleys, seized drum rollers, a failed motor or a faulty door switch can also stop the drum.

A dryer that runs but won’t heat is the call we get most. On electric dryers it is often a thermal fuse or heating element, and on gas dryers it is often the igniter or gas valve coils.

Usually, yes, if the dryer is under 8 to 10 years old and the repair costs less than half the price of a new one. Thermal fuses, heating elements, belts, rollers and igniters are affordable repairs. Our technician will give you an honest recommendation.

Yes. We repair gas dryer igniters, gas valve coils, flame sensors, thermal fuses and every other dryer part. If you smell gas, leave the home and call 911 or your gas company from outside before calling us.

Clean the lint screen after every load and have the dryer vent cleaned at least once a year. Homes with large families, long vent runs or pets may need it more often. Long drying times are often the first sign the vent is restricted.

Yes. ALAS cleans dryer vents in homes across Dallas–Fort Worth. We clean the vent run from the dryer to the outside vent hood, clear lint from the transition hose and hood, and test airflow when we finish. We can clean the vent during a dryer repair visit or as a separate appointment.

Common signs are clothes that need more than one cycle to dry, a dryer or laundry room that gets very hot, an outside vent flap that barely opens, lint around the vent hood, and a Check Vent light or an LG d80, d90 or d95 code.

Yes. Failure to clean lint is the leading cause of home dryer fires, according to the NFPA. Warning signs include long drying times, a cabinet that is hot to the touch and a burning smell.

Error codes point to the problem area. For example, LG d80, d90 and d95 mean the exhaust is 80, 90 or 95 percent blocked, LG tE codes point to a temperature sensor, Samsung HE points to the heating system, and a Whirlpool or Maytag Check Vent light means restricted airflow. Tell us the code when you book.

Squeaking usually means worn drum rollers, an idler pulley or drum glides. Thumping can come from a flat spot on a roller or a damaged belt. Grinding often points to a worn rear drum bearing. These parts can be replaced.

Yes. We repair stacked washer-dryer units, laundry centers, LG WashTower, ventless heat pump and condenser dryers, and all-in-one washer-dryers.

Most dryers last about 10 to 13 years. Cleaning the lint screen, keeping the vent clear and not overloading the drum help a dryer last longer.

Repairs carry a 90-day warranty for non-members and 6 months for ALAS members. The exact coverage is written on your invoice.

The cost depends on the problem and the part. We start with a diagnosis, then give you a clear repair estimate before any work begins. If you go ahead with the repair, the diagnostic fee is credited toward it. If you decide not to repair, you pay only the diagnostic fee.

ALAS offers dryer repair in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Lucas, Parker, Richardson, Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Coppell, Flower Mound, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, Keller, Grapevine, Argyle and Trophy Club, Texas. Enter your ZIP code to confirm service at your address.