Dryer not drying

What to expect when you experience a dryer not drying issue

How do I fix a not drying problem?

Addressing most issues with clothes not drying typically requires replacing components such as the vent tube, heating element, or wire connector. However, since there can be various underlying causes, conducting a comprehensive diagnosis is crucial for resolving the problem effectively. An accurate diagnosis is essential for determining the cost of the repair.

Sears Home Services provides solutions for a dryer that is not drying

If your dryer isn't drying properly, there could be several reasons behind it. To prevent unnecessary part replacements, we advise having a Sears Home Services expert conduct diagnostic tests to pinpoint the root cause of the issue. Our technicians have the expertise to diagnose various types of dryer problems accurately.

What to watch for with a dryer not drying diagnosis

Troubleshooting contemporary appliances without adequate knowledge and training can pose challenges. Without employing appropriate diagnostic methods, resolving issues with your dryer may involve guesswork in replacing parts. Over the past decade, appliances have significantly advanced, with many models incorporating intricate electronic components that are challenging to assess. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming progressively more complex.

Troubleshooting a Dryer Not Drying Clothes but Getting Hot

It’s a good thing when your dryer is getting hot because you know that many components are working properly. Figuring out why a dryer is not dryer clothes but getting hot can be challenging.

Poor air flow is the number one cause of this dryer symptom of a dryer not drying clothes but getting hot. When air isn’t flowing through the dryer properly, the dryer may get even hotter than it should. Fixing the airflow problem quickly is essential to preventing additional problems such as a blown thermal fuse that would prevent an electric dryer from running and a gas dryer from heating.

To restore airflow through the dryer, check the lint screen and clear any built-up lint off the screen. Wash the lint screen with water and soft-bristle brush to remove dryer sheet and fabric softener residue.

These tips may help immediately restore proper air flow through a dryer not drying clothes but getting hot.

If these tips don’t help you fix the problem, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the drying issue.

How to Fix a Dryer Getting Hot but Not Drying

Fixing a dryer getting hot but not drying typically involves clearing an exhaust air system restriction. The dryer needs both heat and proper air flow to dry clothes. Because the heat is working, you’ll need to fix the problem with air flow.

First, check the lint screen and clear off any lint build-up. Clear lint off that screen before starting each dryer cycle. Wash the lint screen monthly using tap water and a soft bristle brush to remove nearly invisible dryer sheet residue from the screen holes.

Check the flexible vent hose behind your dryer for a kink or clogs. Clear that vent hose if it’s clogged and reposition it if it’s kinked.

Make sure the vent damper on the outside of your home opens freely. Lubricate that louver to replace the vent cap on the outside of your home if necessary.

Clear lint out of the duct system going to the outside of your home or have your dryer vent system cleaned by a professional such as our Sears Home Services Dryer Duct Cleaning team.

Once you resolve the airflow issue, you’ll likely fix the problem with your dryer getting hot but not drying. If not, schedule dryer service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the dryer.