Dryer repair problems we solve
A restricted duct traps heat against lint, and lint is highly combustible. A burning smell while the dryer runs means lint is being heated somewhere it should not be — stop the cycle, unplug the machine, and leave it off until the duct and the inside of the dryer have both been checked. A dryer that has blown the same safety component twice is telling you the same thing more politely.
A broken dryer costs you at the laundromat every day it sits. Kodiak Calgary techs arrive with the right parts for every major dryer brand.
No heat
Most common call. Usually a heating element, thermal fuse or high-limit thermostat. Deep dive →
Takes too long to dry
Could be a clogged vent duct, weak heating element, or faulty thermostat. Deep dive →
Won't start
Door switch, start switch, belt, or control board problem.
Drum not turning
Broken drive belt or seized motor — both are straightforward once the cause is confirmed.
Squeaking or grinding
Drum support rollers or bearing wear. Caught early, cheap to fix. Deep dive →
Overheating
Lint buildup or faulty thermostat — a fire risk. We fix it fast.
Shuts off mid-cycle
Thermal overload protection tripping. Often a vent blockage issue.
All major dryer form factors
Modern laundry comes in seven main configurations. Each has different repair labour because the install style affects access. Here's what we service — and the few cases where we honestly recommend something else.
Front-Load Electric Dryer
The standard. Front-mounted round door, vented through a duct to the outside, the brands we service. The most common dryer we service.
Heat-Pump / Ventless Dryer
Modern condensing dryers with a water tank instead of a vent. Growing category in newer Calgary condos and townhomes. The moisture sensing, the condenser and the condensate pump are where these differ from a vented dryer, so we diagnose on arrival before quoting.
Stacked Pair (Separate Units)
Dryer mounted on top of a dryer via a stack kit. Labour runs higher than freestanding because the dryer often has to come off the dryer first — we quote on diagnosis.
Laundry Centre / Unitized
Single-cabinet dryer + dryer with the dryer up top (Whirlpool, Kenmore, Frigidaire style). We service most models. On units 15+ years old, parts can be discontinued — in that case we’ll tell you honestly.
All-in-One Combo
Single unit that washes AND dries (Samsung WashTower, LG WashCombo, GE Profile ventless). The dry side is heat-pump or condenser based. We service most; newer sealed-drum systems diagnosed on-site.
Stacked Above Top-Load Dryer
Less common configuration — front-load dryer mounted on a wall shelf above a top-load dryer. We service it; the bracket / shelf install affects labour.
Dryer brands we repair in Calgary
We service all major dryer brands sold in Canada, including:
Dryer repair cost in Calgary
Labour for most dryer repairs typically falls in the $220–$350 range — whether it's parts replacement (heating element, thermal fuse, belt) or a labour-only fix (drum alignment, sensor reset). Parts are quoted separately when needed. Both labour and parts shown clearly on your invoice before we touch anything.
Parts replacement or labour-only. Parts quoted separately when needed.
Applied toward repair if you proceed
Always disclosed before we start
Your firm quote comes from your tech after diagnosis, before any work begins. Full pricing details.
Strong hands, honest work.
Flat-Rate Pricing
You get a firm labour quote before we start. Parts shown separately on your invoice — no hidden fees, no hourly rates.
Insured & Warrantied
Every Kodiak job comes with liability insurance. Every part we install carries a 90-day warranty — the part and the labour to fit it. See what’s covered → Your home is protected — and so is the repair.
Ask us to look at your vent while we're there. If we're already in your home for any appliance repair, we'll inspect the dryer vent at no charge — it takes a couple of minutes and it's the cheapest problem in the house to catch early. Just ask when we arrive.
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What to expect when you book
We confirm your appointment and give you an arrival window.
Your technician texts when on the way with a 3-hour arrival window.
Tech checks heating element, thermostat, duct, and motor.
Flat-rate labour, parts quoted separately. You approve both before we start.
The most commonly needed dryer parts will be on the truck. Most dryer repairs done same visit.
Common questions
Why does my dryer take 2 hours to dry a load?
Usually a partially blocked vent duct or a failing heating element. A clogged duct is also a fire hazard — we check it on every dryer call. Consider adding dryer duct cleaning to the visit.
Is the problem a fuse or a heating element?
Both are common, and both cause the same symptom (no heat). Our tech will diagnose which one on the spot — it takes about 10 minutes with the right tools.
Should I replace my dryer or repair it?
If the repair is under 50% of replacement cost and the machine is under 10 years old, repair almost always wins. We'll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
How soon will you be able to look at my dryer?
We prioritise morning bookings across Calgary and area where the routing allows. Get in touch to be one of the first to book.
Dryer down? Let's fix it.
Kodiak covers Calgary and area. Send us the details, or call with a question — we pick up.
Honest, flat-rate appliance repair in Calgary and area. Run by a working tech who wants to do it right.