What are the signs of: Dryer Not Heating?

Clothes are still damp or cold after a full drying cycle. The dryer drum spins normally but no warm air comes out. The dryer shuts off after only a few minutes of running. A burning smell comes from the dryer when it is running.

Who to call · San Jose

Dryer Not Heating — San Jose, California

Q: Who should I call for Dryer Not Heating in San Jose?

For this problem in San Jose, call a Appliance Repair Technician.

A dryer that tumbles but produces no heat leaves clothes damp after a full cycle and forces repeated runs that waste energy. The most common causes are a blown thermal fuse, a faulty heating element, a defective gas igniter, or a clogged dryer vent restricting airflow. An appliance-repair technician tests the thermal fuse, heating element, thermostat, and igniter, replaces the failed part, and verifies the vent path is clear so the dryer reaches proper operating temperature again.