Clean the lint screen
Every load.
Dryer not heating, spinning, starting or drying clothes?
Dryer problems range from a clogged vent to a failed heating element or motor. A burning smell is a fire warning. Stop the dryer, check the vent, then call 833-877-1717. RepairNowUSA connects the request. An independent appliance technician does the repair.
Am I in the right place?Yes for no heat, no tumble, no start, long dry times, noise or burning smells.
Is this urgent?Urgent with burning smells or smoke. If there is fire, get out and call 911.
What do I do next?Stop the dryer and call 833-877-1717.
Specific symptoms: not heating, not drying, not spinning, noise, burning smell.
RepairNowUSA editorial review · Last substantively reviewed October 13, 2026 · Review standards
What to do now
Check the vent outside
Air should blow strongly when it runs.
Unplug if it smells hot
Do not use it again until checked.
Lint fires
Failure to clean lint is a leading cause of dryer fires. If you smell burning or see smoke, stop the dryer, unplug it if safe, and call 911 if there are flames. Gas dryers: if you smell gas, leave and call the utility.
Common causes
Clogged vent
Long dry times and overheating.
Heating element or igniter
No heat.
Belt or motor
No tumble.
Thermal fuse
Will not start after overheating.
What to have ready when you call
- Property ZIP code, home or business
- Brand and model number (usually inside the door or on the back)
- Gas or electric
- Symptom
What happens when you call RepairNowUSA
- Describe what is happening in plain words and give the property ZIP code. You do not need to know which trade to ask for.
- RepairNowUSA checks for a participating independent provider who handles dryer repair in that area.
- If one is available, you are connected. The provider confirms timing, access, scope and price with you before any work.
- The provider, not RepairNowUSA, diagnoses and performs the repair.
RepairNowUSA is a referral and connection service. Provider availability and response times vary by location, time and demand, and are not guaranteed. Before you approve work, ask what was found, the price, the timing and what is not included.
Call 833-877-1717Dryer not heating questions
My dryer smells like burning. What should I do?
Stop the dryer, unplug it if safe, and do not use it again until it is checked. Lint buildup is a leading cause of dryer fires. If you see smoke or flames, get out and call 911.
Do providers work on Whirlpool, Samsung, LG and other dryer brands?
Independent appliance providers commonly work on major brands such as Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Maytag, KitchenAid, Bosch and Kenmore. Tell RepairNowUSA the brand and model. RepairNowUSA is not affiliated with any manufacturer, and warranty repairs may need the manufacturer’s own service network.
Can I call at night or on a weekend?
Yes. You can call 833-877-1717 at any time, including nights, weekends and holidays. Whether an independent provider can come out right away depends on your ZIP code, the time and provider capacity, so availability is not guaranteed.
Authoritative references
These public sources give general safety context. They do not replace an on-site evaluation, and RepairNowUSA does not perform the work.