Appliance Repair Kirkland

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Dryer Repair in Kirkland, QC: Call a Local Technician Now

Damp clothes after a full cycle, a drum that won't turn or a burning smell from the laundry room all need attention fast. Our certified technicians are based right here in Kirkland and repair gas and electric dryers across the West Island. The service call and diagnosis are free when you go ahead with the repair.

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  • Certified and insured technicians
  • 3-month warranty on every dryer repair
  • Free service call when you go ahead with the repair
  • Gas and electric dryers, including stacked units
Technician repairing a dryer in a Kirkland home

Serving the West Island since 2023

Dryer Not Working Right? Find the Cause and Book a Repair

Most dryer problems fall into four groups. Find yours below to see the usual causes and what our technician checks first. If you notice a burning smell, stop the dryer and unplug it before anything else.

Why is my dryer not heating?

If the drum turns but your clothes come out cold or barely warm, the heat source or one of its safety parts has failed. Gas and electric dryers fail in different places.

  • Burnt-Out Heating Element

    Electric dryers heat air with a coiled element behind the drum. Over time the coil can break, and the dryer keeps tumbling with no heat. We test the element and replace it if it has opened.

  • Failed Gas Igniter or Valve Coils

    In a gas dryer, the igniter glows to light the burner and the valve coils let the gas through. If the igniter never glows, or glows and then goes out with no flame, one of these parts has failed. We test both and replace the faulty one.

  • Blown Thermal Fuse

    The thermal fuse cuts the heat, or the whole dryer, when it overheats. A blown fuse is usually a sign of a blocked vent, not just a bad part. We replace it and find out why it blew so it doesn't happen again.

Quick check: for an electric dryer, look at the breaker panel. Most electric dryers use a double breaker, and if one half trips, the drum can still turn while the heat stays off.

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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?

A dryer that needs two or three cycles for one load usually can't get rid of hot, moist air. That makes it slow and, over time, a fire risk.

  • Clogged Dryer Vent

    Lint builds up in the duct between the dryer and the outside wall, especially in long runs with several bends. Hot air has nowhere to go, so clothes stay damp. We check the airflow at the outside vent and tell you if the duct needs cleaning.

  • Faulty Cycling Thermostat

    The cycling thermostat switches the heat on and off to hold the right temperature. If it cuts out too early, the dryer runs but never gets hot enough. We test it and fit the correct part for your model.

  • Worn Blower Wheel

    The blower wheel pushes air through the drum and out the vent. A cracked wheel or one packed with lint moves far less air. We clean or replace it and check the housing around it.

Quick check: clean the lint screen before every load, then step outside while the dryer runs. The vent flap should open and you should feel a strong stream of warm air. Weak airflow points to a blocked vent.

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Why is my dryer making loud noises?

Thumping, squealing and scraping each point to a different worn part. Catching the noise early usually means a smaller repair.

  • Worn Drum Rollers

    The drum rides on rollers at the back. When they wear flat, you hear a steady thumping or rumbling that follows the drum as it turns. We replace the rollers, usually as a set.

  • Failing Idler Pulley

    The idler pulley keeps tension on the drive belt. A worn pulley bearing gives a high squeal that gets worse over time. We replace the pulley and check the belt at the same visit.

  • Worn Drum Glides

    Glides are the pads at the front that the drum rests on. When they wear out, metal rubs on metal and you hear scraping, sometimes with black marks on clothes. We replace the glides and the felt seal if it's worn too.

Quick check: empty the drum and check pockets for coins, keys or loose zippers. A stray object rattling around can sound a lot like a failing part.

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Why won't my dryer start or spin?

If nothing happens when you press start, or the motor hums but the drum stays still, the problem is usually in the drive system or a safety switch.

  • Broken Drive Belt

    The belt wraps around the drum and the motor pulley. When it snaps, the motor runs but the drum doesn't turn, and you can spin the drum easily by hand. We fit a new belt and check the rollers and pulley that wear it out.

  • Faulty Door Switch

    The dryer won't start unless the door switch confirms the door is closed. A broken switch or actuator is a common cause. We test the switch and replace it.

  • Failed Drive Motor

    If the motor hums without turning, or trips the breaker, the motor or its start switch may have failed. We test the motor before quoting, since replacing it is a bigger job.

Before you call: check that the breaker hasn't tripped, the door shuts firmly and the control lock isn't switched on.

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Not sure which one matches your dryer? Call and tell us whether it's gas or electric and what it's doing. We'll book a technician and tell you what to have ready, like the model number from the sticker inside the door opening.

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Dryer Brands Our Local Team Repairs

We repair gas and electric dryers from the brands below, from LG and Samsung steam and heat-pump models to Whirlpool and Maytag dryers that have run for years and compact Bosch and Miele units in condo closets. Each brand has its own weak spots, and our technicians know where to look first.

Still under the manufacturer's warranty? Check with the manufacturer first, since an outside repair can affect that coverage. Once the coverage ends, we're happy to take over.

Dryer from another brand? Call with the model number from the sticker inside the door opening or on the back panel and we'll tell you right away if we can fix it.

Why Kirkland Homeowners Choose Our Dryer Technicians

  • Certified Technicians From the West Island

    All 9 technicians on our team are certified and insured, and they live in the towns they work in. Dryer repairs can involve gas lines and 240-volt wiring, so it matters who's working on yours.

  • We Know Kirkland:

    Long vent runs through finished basements and stacked dryers in townhouse closets are common around Kirkland and Pointe-Claire. Our technicians check the whole setup, not only the dryer, because the vent is often where slow drying starts.

  • Help From 7am to 11pm, Seven Days a Week

    Laundry doesn't wait for business hours. Call any day between 7am and 11pm, weekends included, and we'll find a visit time that works around your day.

Every dryer repair comes with a 3-month warranty on the work, and the service call and diagnosis are free when you go ahead with the repair.

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Dryer Repair in Kirkland and Nearby Towns

Our technicians repair dryers in every town below, working from our shop on the Transcanadienne in Kirkland. Being close means a damp load doesn't have to sit in the drum for long.

  • Kirkland home base
  • Pointe-Claire
  • Beaconsfield
  • Dollard-des-Ormeaux
  • Pierrefonds-Roxboro
  • Dorval
  • Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
  • Baie-D'Urfé
  • L'Île-Bizard

Live just outside these towns? Call with your street and the dryer model, and we'll tell you straight away whether a technician can get to you.

Appliance Repair Kirkland

17080 Transcanadienne Ouest #186 Kirkland, QC H9J 2M5

Open every day, 7am to 11pm

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Book a Dryer Technician Today

Tell us what your dryer is doing and whether it runs on gas or electricity, and we'll call you back to book a visit. The model number is usually on a sticker inside the door opening or on the back panel. It helps our technician bring the right parts the first time.

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    17080 Transcanadienne Ouest #186 Kirkland, QC H9J 2M5
  • Hours Monday to Sunday, 7am to 11pm

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The service call and diagnosis are free when you go ahead with the repair. Every dryer repair comes with a 3-month warranty.