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Average repair cost

Dryer repairs range from $100 to $500 for most jobs. A blown thermal fuse is a quick, cheap fix. A seized drum bearing or dead motor hits the upper end. Gas dryers cost 10 to 20 percent more than electric models due to the gas valve and igniter components. Here is what each repair actually costs.

Repair Cost Breakdown

Repair	Cost Range	Notes
Thermal fuse replacement	$100 – $180	A blown thermal fuse shuts the dryer down completely. The part costs $5 to $20. It blows when exhaust temperatures get too high, often due to a clogged vent.
Heating element replacement (electric)	$150 – $300	No heat is the most common dryer complaint. The element costs $30 to $80. This repair takes about an hour on most electric dryers.
Gas valve coil replacement	$150 – $280	Gas dryers use solenoid coils to open the gas valve. They wear out over time, causing intermittent or no heat. Coil sets cost $15 to $40.
Igniter replacement (gas dryer)	$175 – $325	A cracked igniter means the gas will not light. The part costs $30 to $70. Gas dryer repairs require a tech licensed for gas appliance work.
Drum roller replacement	$150 – $300	Worn drum rollers cause a loud thumping or squealing noise. Rollers cost $15 to $50 for a set. Replacing them requires pulling the drum out of the cabinet.
Belt replacement	$100 – $200	A snapped belt means the drum will not turn at all. The belt itself costs $8 to $25. Most of the expense is labor to access and loop the new belt.
Drive motor replacement	$200 – $450	A humming sound with no drum rotation signals a seized motor. Motors cost $80 to $200. The job takes 1.5 to 2 hours.
Drum bearing replacement	$200 – $400	A scraping or squealing sound during tumbling points to a worn rear bearing. The bearing costs $20 to $50 but the drum must come out completely for access.
Control board replacement	$225 – $500	Electronic control boards manage cycle settings and sensors. A failed board causes error codes or a completely unresponsive panel. Parts cost $100 to $275.
Door switch replacement	$100 – $175	The dryer will not start if the door switch is broken. The part costs $10 to $30. This is one of the fastest dryer repairs, usually done in 30 minutes.

Thermal fuse replacement: A blown thermal fuse shuts the dryer down completely. The part costs $5 to $20. It blows when exhaust temperatures get too high, often due to a clogged vent.

Heating element replacement (electric): No heat is the most common dryer complaint. The element costs $30 to $80. This repair takes about an hour on most electric dryers.

Gas valve coil replacement: Gas dryers use solenoid coils to open the gas valve. They wear out over time, causing intermittent or no heat. Coil sets cost $15 to $40.

Igniter replacement (gas dryer): A cracked igniter means the gas will not light. The part costs $30 to $70. Gas dryer repairs require a tech licensed for gas appliance work.

Drum roller replacement: Worn drum rollers cause a loud thumping or squealing noise. Rollers cost $15 to $50 for a set. Replacing them requires pulling the drum out of the cabinet.

Belt replacement: A snapped belt means the drum will not turn at all. The belt itself costs $8 to $25. Most of the expense is labor to access and loop the new belt.

Drive motor replacement: A humming sound with no drum rotation signals a seized motor. Motors cost $80 to $200. The job takes 1.5 to 2 hours.

Drum bearing replacement: A scraping or squealing sound during tumbling points to a worn rear bearing. The bearing costs $20 to $50 but the drum must come out completely for access.

Control board replacement: Electronic control boards manage cycle settings and sensors. A failed board causes error codes or a completely unresponsive panel. Parts cost $100 to $275.

Door switch replacement: The dryer will not start if the door switch is broken. The part costs $10 to $30. This is one of the fastest dryer repairs, usually done in 30 minutes.

Factors That Affect Cost

Gas vs. electric

Gas dryer repairs cost 10 to 20 percent more than electric models. Gas-specific parts like igniters and valve coils add to the bill. Techs who work on gas lines need additional training and licensing.

Brand and parts availability

Standard brands like Whirlpool, Maytag, and GE have cheap, readily available parts. Premium brands like Miele and Bosch use proprietary components that cost more and take longer to source.

Stacking configuration

A stacked dryer must be lifted off the washer for many repairs. This adds 30 to 60 minutes of labor. Some techs require a second person on-site for stacked units, which can increase the service call fee.

Ventilation issues

Clogged or damaged venting causes overheating, which burns out thermal fuses and heating elements. If the root cause is the vent, fixing just the part means it will fail again. Vent cleaning or repair adds $75 to $175.

Labor rates

Southern California labor runs $90 to $150 per hour. Most dryer repairs take 45 minutes to 2 hours. Gas dryer repairs tend toward the longer end due to gas line safety checks.

Repair vs. Replace

Dryers typically last 10 to 14 years. They are simpler machines than washers, so many repairs make financial sense.

✅ Repair when…

•The dryer is under 8 years old and the repair costs less than $300.
•The issue is a thermal fuse, belt, drum roller, or door switch.
•You have a gas dryer and replacing it would require a new gas line hookup.
•The repair is less than half the cost of a new equivalent dryer.

❌ Replace when…

•The motor has failed on a dryer over 10 years old.
•The drum is physically damaged, cracked, or has worn through.
•You have had two or more repairs in the past 12 months.
•The repair estimate exceeds $350 on a standard-brand unit over 8 years old.

The 50% Rule

Apply the 50 percent rule. New dryers cost $500 to $1,000 for standard models. If the repair costs more than $250 to $500 on an aging unit, the math favors replacement.

How TruePro Pricing Works

TruePro's $59 diagnostic fee covers the technician visit and a full diagnosis. That amount gets credited toward the repair cost. You receive a written, no-surprise quote before any work begins. New customers save 15 percent on labor with code NEW15. Every repair includes a 90-day warranty on parts and labor.

Dryer Repair Cost — FAQ

On electric dryers, the most common cause is a burned-out heating element ($150 to $300). On gas dryers, it is usually the gas valve coils ($150 to $280) or the igniter ($175 to $325). A blown thermal fuse ($100 to $180) can also cut heat on both types.

Yes. Gas dryer repairs cost 10 to 20 percent more than electric. Gas-specific parts like igniters and valve coils add cost, and the tech must verify gas line integrity as part of the repair.

Most dryer repairs take 45 minutes to 2 hours. A belt or fuse replacement is on the quick end. A motor or bearing replacement takes closer to 2 hours. Same-day service is often available through TruePro at 877-378-3111.

Thumping usually means worn drum rollers. Squealing points to a worn belt or drum bearing. Scraping suggests something is caught between the drum and housing, or the drum glides are worn. A $59 diagnostic from TruePro will identify the exact cause.

A clogged vent causes overheating, which kills thermal fuses and heating elements. If your dryer stops heating repeatedly, the vent is likely the root cause. Your TruePro tech can check the vent during the diagnostic visit.

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