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Dryer Problems & Fixes

Every guide below covers dryer problems and error codes — new guides are added here as soon as they're published.

Common Symptoms

5 guides
LOUD NOISE

Whirlpool Dryer Making Noise? Whirlpool's Own Checks, Sorted by Sound

Whirlpool dryer making noise? Whirlpool's own checks for squealing, thumping, knocking, buzzing, scraping and door squeaks.
SYMPTOM

Whirlpool Dryer Not Collecting Lint? What Whirlpool Says to Check

Whirlpool dryer not collecting lint? Follow Whirlpool's own checks: lint screen seating and residue, vent airflow, load size, cycle choice and fabric type.
SYMPTOM

LG Dryer Display Showing 9A5 ("GAS"): What It Means & Fixes

LG dryer showing 9A5? It's not an error code — the display is spelling "GAS," meaning the dryer isn't getting gas supply. Here's what LG says to check first.
SYMPTOM

Dryer Taking Too Long to Dry: Causes & Checks

Dryer taking too long to dry, or not drying at all? Work through GE's own owner-level checks — ventilation, lint, load size and washer spin speed — before you call a technician.
NOT HEATING

Dryer Not Heating? Safe Checks for Electric, Gas & Heat-Pump Dryers

Dryer tumbles but won't heat? Start with the manufacturer's safe checks — breakers, gas valve, airflow and cycle settings — then know when it's a technician job. Electric, gas and heat-pump dryers differ.

Error Codes by Brand

1 guide
ERROR CODES

GE Dryer Tumbles but No Heat: Causes & Checks

GE dryer runs and tumbles but won't heat? What GE's own no-heat articles say to check, and why heat-part work is a technician job.

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COST DECISION

Appliance Repair Cost vs Buy New: A Decision Guide (2026)

Repair or replace? Compare the installed repair quote against the delivered-and-installed cost of a new appliance, and see what actually changes the answer — age, parts, warranty and fees.