Dryer Repair in Savannah, GA

Lint and vent safety: lint is highly flammable. The U.S. Fire Administration recommends cleaning the lint filter before and after every load, checking that the vent behind the dryer isn’t crushed or blocked, and making sure the outside vent flap opens when the dryer runs (U.S. Fire Administration). The NFPA adds that the vent pipe should be cleaned at least once a year, or sooner if drying is taking longer than normal (NFPA). We repair dryers; for a long or hard-to-reach vent run, a dryer vent cleaning service is the right call.

Common dryer problems we fix (and what to check first)

Dryer turns but won’t heat (clothes still damp)

Try this first:

• Make sure you didn’t select Air Only, Air Fluff or Cool Down. Those settings don’t use heat (Whirlpool, GE).
• Test for heat: run an empty, heated timed cycle for 5 minutes, then feel inside the drum (Whirlpool).
• Electric dryers: they use two breakers, one for the drum motor and one for the heat. If one has tripped, the drum can turn with no heat. Switch the dryer’s breaker fully off, then back on (Whirlpool, GE).
• Clean the lint screen.

More detail in our guide: Dryer Not Heating? 7 Common Causes & Fixes.

Call us when: it still blows cool air after those checks, or it’s a gas dryer that won’t heat. A heating element, gas burner part, thermal fuse or thermostat may have failed, and replacing those means opening the dryer (Whirlpool).

Dryer won’t start

Try this first:

• Check that the door is fully latched and nothing is caught in the latch. Some models have two latches, and both have to catch (Whirlpool).
• Press and hold Start for 2 to 5 seconds. Many newer dryers need a long press (Whirlpool).
• If you see “Loc” or a Control Lock light, hold the Control Lock button for 3 seconds to unlock it (Whirlpool).
• Check the home breaker for the dryer.

Call us when: the display lights up but nothing happens, it hums without turning, or there’s no power at all even with the breaker on.

Dryer takes too long to dry

Try this first:

• Clean the lint screen after every load.
• With the dryer running, hold your hand under the outside vent hood. Whirlpool says that if the airflow is weaker than a hair dryer on high, the vent needs cleaning along its whole length (Whirlpool).
• Check that the hose behind the dryer isn’t kinked or crushed, and that the outside flap opens freely (LG).
• Don’t overload it. Air needs room to move through the clothes.

Call us when: the airflow outside is strong and the vent is clear, but drying still takes multiple cycles.

Dryer is loud, squeaking or thumping

Try this first:

• Check pockets and the drum for coins, buttons or anything loose, and look into the lint screen opening for small items (Whirlpool).
• Make sure the dryer is level and all four legs touch the floor (Whirlpool).
• Big sheets or comforters balled up in the drum, or tennis shoes, can thump. A light thump after the dryer has sat unused often fades once it warms up (Whirlpool).

Call us when: it squeals, grinds or scrapes on every load. On older dryers, worn belts, pulleys and drum rollers are common causes, and they need the cabinet opened (Whirlpool).

Dryer shuts off early (clothes still damp)

Try this first:

• Clean the lint screen and check the vent airflow (see above).
• On automatic or sensor cycles, try a “More Dry” setting or a timed cycle (Whirlpool).
• Make sure the dryer is level. If it isn’t, clothes may not touch the moisture sensors, and the dryer can end the cycle early (Whirlpool).

Call us when: it stops after a few minutes, shuts off hot to the touch, or keeps ending early with the vent clear. Overheating is a safety issue, so stop using it until it’s checked.

Dryer error codes (LG d80/d90/d95, Samsung hE and more)

• LG “d80,” “d90” or “d95”: Flow Sense is warning that the exhaust is restricted, at about 80%, 90% or 95% blocked. Clean the lint filter, check the hose behind the dryer and the outside vent hood, and have the vent cleaned if needed (LG).
• Samsung “hE” or “HC”: the dryer is getting too hot, most often from a clogged lint screen or vent (Samsung).
• Samsung “dC,” “dE” or “dF”: a door or latch problem. Check that nothing is caught in the door (Samsung).
• Whirlpool “Loc”: the controls are locked. Hold Control Lock for 3 seconds (Whirlpool).

Your owner’s manual lists the codes for your exact model. If a code keeps coming back, call us and tell us the code when you book.

Dryer brands we repair

We repair Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE and Electrolux dryers, plus other everyday household brands, both gas and electric. We work on home dryers only, and we only do repairs. We don’t sell or install new machines or clean vent runs.

Dryer repair near you: our service area

Your technician comes to homes in Savannah, Pooler, Richmond Hill, Garden City, Port Wentworth, Tybee Island, Wilmington Island, Whitemarsh Island, Skidaway Island, Isle of Hope, Bloomingdale and Rincon. If you’re nearby and don’t see your town, call or text and we’ll let you know.

How a dryer repair visit works

1. Book. Book online or call or text (912) 999-3811. We’re open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, and most visits are booked for the next business day or later.
2. Arrival window. You’ll get an arrival window between 10am and 4pm on a weekday. About 30 minutes before arrival, we’ll call or text. Please reply within about 15 minutes to confirm.
3. Diagnosis and quote. Your technician finds the cause and emails you a quote that lists the service call, parts and labor separately. The $115 service call is credited to your repair if you go ahead.
4. Repair. Common parts are on the truck. If yours has to be ordered, it usually arrives in 4 to 5 business days.
5. Warranty. Repairs are covered for 30 days on labor and 90 days on parts.

We don’t offer weekend, after-hours or emergency service.

Repair or replace? It depends on the dryer’s age, its overall condition and the cost of the part. Your technician will tell you honestly whether the repair is worth it before any work starts.

Dryer repair FAQ

How much does dryer repair cost in Savannah?
The service call is $115, and it’s credited to your repair. After the diagnosis, you get an emailed quote that lists parts and labor before any repair work starts, so you can decide.

Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Yes, both. On gas dryers, please leave the gas line and valve alone and let your technician check them.

My dryer runs but doesn’t get hot. Is it the vent?
A clogged vent usually makes drying slow rather than stopping the heat completely. If there’s no heat at all, check the cycle setting and breakers first. If those are fine, it’s likely a part that your technician needs to test.

What dryer brands do you repair?
Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE and Electrolux, plus other everyday household brands.

Do you offer same-day, weekend or emergency dryer repair?
No. We’re open Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, and most visits are booked for the next business day or later. If you smell gas, leave the house and call 911 or Atlanta Gas Light at 877-427-4321 from outside.

What does the warranty cover, and are you insured?
Repairs are covered for 30 days on labor and 90 days on parts, and Repliance Pro is fully insured.

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