Dryer Repair & Vent Cleaning in Fort Worth, TX
Dryer not heating, taking forever to dry or shutting off mid-cycle? ALAS Appliance Repair fixes gas and electric dryers and cleans dryer vents across Fort Worth, from Downtown and the Near Southside to the TCU area, Wedgwood and Alliance.
- Serving all of Fort Worth
- Diagnostic fee credited toward your repair
- Gas and electric dryers, plus vent cleaning
- Open 7 days a week
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Fort Worth Dryer Repair
Newer two-story homes in Alliance, Heritage and Presidio often have long dryer vent runs that travel through walls or up to a roof termination. Long runs collect lint faster, which stretches drying times and raises the fire risk, so many Fort Worth dryer calls include a vent cleaning as well as a repair.
A dryer that runs cold, needs two or three cycles to dry a load, or stops turning halfway through slows down the whole household. ALAS Appliance Repair has been fixing dryers for families across Dallas–Fort Worth, including Fort Worth, since 2019. We repair gas and electric dryers, stacked units, laundry centers, ventless heat pump dryers and all-in-one washer-dryers from LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE and other major brands.
Every visit starts with a full diagnosis. We check the power or gas supply, the heating circuit, thermal fuse, belt, rollers, motor and airflow, then explain the problem and your repair options before any work begins. If you go ahead, the diagnostic fee is credited toward the repair. We also clean dryer vents, which shortens drying times and lowers the risk of a lint fire.
We repair dryers in homes, rental properties and apartments in Downtown Fort Worth, Sundance Square, the Near Southside, Fairmount, the Cultural District, West 7th, the Stockyards, Arlington Heights, Tanglewood, the TCU area, Ridglea, Wedgwood, Alliance, Heritage and Presidio.
Our technicians cover Fort Worth from Downtown, Sundance Square and the Near Southside to the Cultural District, the TCU area, Wedgwood and Alliance.
Common dryer problems
What’s Wrong With Your Dryer?
These are the dryer problems we fix most often in Fort Worth homes, with the usual causes and a quick check you can do before you call.
| Symptom | Common causes a technician checks | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Dryer runs but won’t heat | Electric: failed heating element, blown thermal fuse, bad thermostat or one side of the breaker tripped. Gas: failed igniter, gas valve coils or flame sensor | Electric dryers use a double breaker. Reset it fully. On gas dryers, make sure the gas valve behind the dryer is open.Possible causes a technician checks: Electric: failed heating element, blown thermal fuse, bad thermostat or one side of the breaker tripped. Gas: failed igniter, gas valve coils or flame sensor Schedule a diagnosis |
| Takes too long to dry | Clogged lint screen or vent, crushed vent hose, weak heating element, faulty moisture sensor | Clean the lint screen and feel for strong airflow at the outside vent hood. Weak airflow usually means the vent needs cleaning.Possible causes a technician checks: Clogged lint screen or vent, crushed vent hose, weak heating element, faulty moisture sensor Schedule a diagnosis |
| Drum won’t turn | Broken drive belt, worn idler pulley, failed motor, faulty door switch | If the motor hums but the drum doesn’t move, the belt has likely broken. Stop running the dryer.Possible causes a technician checks: Broken drive belt, worn idler pulley, failed motor, faulty door switch Schedule a diagnosis |
| Dryer won’t start | Faulty door switch, blown thermal fuse, failed start switch or control board, tripped breaker | Check the breaker, close the door firmly and make sure the control lock is off.Possible causes a technician checks: Faulty door switch, blown thermal fuse, failed start switch or control board, tripped breaker Schedule a diagnosis |
| Squeaking, thumping or grinding | Worn drum rollers, idler pulley, drum glides or rear bearing, damaged belt | Check the drum and pockets for coins, buttons or other loose items.Possible causes a technician checks: Worn drum rollers, idler pulley, drum glides or rear bearing, damaged belt Schedule a diagnosis |
| Shuts off mid-cycle or overheats | Restricted vent airflow, failing motor, faulty cycling thermostat or thermistor | Clean the lint screen and check the vent hose. If the cabinet is hot to the touch, stop using the dryer.Possible causes a technician checks: Restricted vent airflow, failing motor, faulty cycling thermostat or thermistor Schedule a diagnosis |
| Burning smell | Lint buildup near the heater, overheating motor, slipping belt | Stop the dryer and unplug it. Don’t run it again until it has been checked.Possible causes a technician checks: Lint buildup near the heater, overheating motor, slipping belt Schedule a diagnosis |
| Error code or Check Vent light | Blocked exhaust, failed thermistor, heating circuit or door switch fault | Write down the code. LG d80, d90 and d95 mean the vent is 80, 90 or 95 percent blocked.Possible causes a technician checks: Blocked exhaust, failed thermistor, heating circuit or door switch fault Schedule a diagnosis |
Dryer Repairs We Handle
From a blown thermal fuse to a failed gas igniter, our technicians repair the parts that keep your dryer heating and turning.
Heating elements and thermal fuses
Element, thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat replacement for electric dryers that run cold.
Gas igniters, valve coils and flame sensors
Ignition system repair for gas dryers that won’t heat or heat on and off.
Thermostats, thermistors and moisture sensors
Repair for dryers that overheat, shut off early or leave clothes damp.
Drive belts, idler pulleys and drum rollers
Belt, pulley, roller and glide replacement for drums that won’t turn or make noise.
Motors and blower wheels
Drive motor and blower wheel repair for dryers that hum, stall or move little air.
Door switches, start switches and control boards
Repair for dryers that won’t start, stop mid-cycle or show error codes.
Dryer vent cleaning
We clean the vent run from the dryer to the outside vent hood, clear the transition hose and test airflow when we finish.
Stacked, ventless and all-in-one units
Repair for stacked laundry centers, LG WashTower, heat pump dryers and washer-dryer combos.
Repair or replace
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryers last about 10 to 13 years. A repair usually makes sense when the dryer is younger than that and the fix costs less than half the price of a comparable new model.
Usually worth repairing
- The dryer is under 8 years old
- The problem is a heating element, thermal fuse, igniter, belt or rollers
- It is a gas, stacked or high-end model that costs more to replace
- The drum and cabinet are in good condition
Worth weighing carefully
- The dryer is more than 10 years old
- Both the motor and control board have failed
- It has needed several repairs in the last two years
- Repair cost is more than half the price of a new dryer
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Urgent repair
Burning Smell or Gas Odor From Your Dryer?
Failure to clean lint is the leading cause of home dryer fires, according to the NFPA. If your dryer smells like it is burning or gets too hot to touch, stop using it. If you smell gas, leave the home first. After-hours emergency service is available for an added fee in Fort Worth.
How it works
How Our Dryer Repair Process Works
Book online or call
Tell us the brand, the model, whether it is gas or electric and what the dryer is doing, including any error code. We confirm your appointment within 30 minutes, and a photo of the model label helps us bring the right parts.
Diagnosis at your home
Your technician checks the power or gas supply, heating circuit, thermal fuse, belt, rollers and airflow to find the part that actually failed.
Written estimate
You get the price in writing before any work starts. Nothing is repaired until you approve it.
Repair, test and warranty
We complete the repair, run a heated cycle to confirm temperature and airflow, and write the warranty terms on your invoice.
Troubleshooting
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Where we work in Fort Worth
Fort Worth Neighborhoods We Serve
ALAS provides dryer repair across Fort Worth, including Downtown Fort Worth, Sundance Square, the Near Southside, Fairmount, the Cultural District, West 7th, the Stockyards, Arlington Heights, Tanglewood, the TCU area, Ridglea, Wedgwood, Alliance, Heritage and Presidio, and Fort Worth ZIP codes including 76102, 76104, 76107, 76109, 76110, 76116, 76132, 76133, 76137, 76244, 76177 and 76179. Check your ZIP code to confirm service at your address.
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Fort Worth Dryer Repair FAQs
Yes. ALAS repairs dryers for Fort Worth homes and rental properties, including Downtown Fort Worth, Sundance Square, the Near Southside, Fairmount, the Cultural District, West 7th, the Stockyards, Arlington Heights, Tanglewood, the TCU area, Ridglea, Wedgwood, Alliance, Heritage and Presidio.
We serve Fort Worth ZIP codes including 76102, 76104, 76107, 76109, 76110, 76116, 76132, 76133, 76137, 76244, 76177 and 76179. Enter your ZIP code on this page to confirm service at your address.
Long vent runs and roof terminations collect lint and restrict airflow, so the dryer takes longer and can overheat. A dryer vent cleaning usually fixes it. If the vent is clear and loads still take too long, the dryer needs a diagnosis.
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 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.