Dryers
Dryer stops partway through the cycle
A dryer that runs for a while and then stops is often protecting itself from heat. The other common cause is the motor's own thermal protector.
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Safe checks before you book
- Feel the outside vent. Weak airflow traps heat inside the dryer, which trips its safety controls.
- Does it restart after cooling?. If it runs again after 20–30 minutes, overheating is the likely trigger.
- Sensor-dry cycles. On sensor cycles, coated moisture sensors can end the cycle early. Wipe the metal bars in the drum.
Unplug first. Switch off power (and close the water or gas supply where it applies) before looking behind or inside an appliance. If anything feels unsafe, stop and call.
What usually causes it
| Restricted venting | Overheating trips the high-limit or the motor's thermal protector. |
|---|---|
| Motor overheating | A worn motor runs hot and shuts itself down. |
| Moisture sensor or control | The control ends the cycle because it misreads the load as dry. |
When to stop and call
The dryer cabinet is hot to touch or there is a burning smell. Stop and unplug it.
What the visit costs
The diagnostic is free when you approve the repair and it's completed. You get the cause, the parts, labour and total in writing before any work. If you don't go ahead, it's $89 + tax for a home electric appliance, or $149 + tax for a gas appliance.
Repairs that fix this
Dryer motor replacementThe motor turns the drum and, on most dryers, the blower fan that moves…Dryer moisture sensor repairTwo metal bars inside the drum detect moisture in the load so sensor cycles end when clothes are…
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