Dryer repair in Concord, gas or electric, with a vent check
Concord homes are close to an even split on heating, about 46% on utility gas and 52% on electricity, and the dryers follow the same pattern. Gas and electric dryers fail in different ways, so it helps to know which one you have when you book.
We repair both kinds all over Concord, and we check the vent on every dryer repair.
Gas dryers
A gas dryer that tumbles but will not heat often has a worn igniter, a bad flame sensor or failing gas valve coils. These parts are tested one at a time before anything is replaced. If you ever smell gas, leave the home and call the gas company or 911 from outside first.
Electric dryers
An electric dryer with no heat usually has a burned-out heating element, a blown thermal fuse or a failed thermostat. A thermal fuse often blows because the vent is clogged, so replacing the fuse without clearing the vent only buys time.
Vents in Concord homes
In a two-story home with an upstairs laundry room, the vent can run a long way to reach the outside, sometimes through the roof. In an older house, it may run under the floor. Long runs and sagging ducts collect lint, and lint left in a vent is the leading cause of home dryer fires.
Dryer repair in Concord: questions
My dryer takes two cycles to dry a load. Is it the dryer or the vent?
Often the vent. Check the outside vent hood while the dryer runs: you should feel strong, warm air. Weak airflow means a clog somewhere in the run. We check both the dryer and the vent.
How do I know if my dryer is gas or electric?
Look behind it. A gas dryer has a gas pipe with a shutoff valve and a regular plug. An electric dryer has a large, heavy cord and a big outlet. The label inside the door also says.
Do you also cover Harrisburg and Kannapolis?
Yes. Both are next to Concord and inside our area.
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Get your dryer fixed in Concord
Call us, or tell us online what is broken and your ZIP code. We will set up a time with you.