Dryer Repair in West Los Angeles

When a dryer stops heating, quits tumbling, or needs two or three cycles to dry a load of towels, laundry backs up fast. West Appliance Service is a family-owned, independent repair company based in Playa del Rey, and we fix gas and electric dryers across the Westside, the beach cities, and the South Bay. We find the actual cause, explain it plainly, and get your dryer working again.

Call (877) 775-4968 Book online HomeCare $99/yr

Google rating: 4.8★ · 192 reviews
Service call: $95, credited to repair
Warranty: 90 days to 1 year
Open: 24/7, same-day visits

What usually goes wrong and where we start

Most dryer trouble comes down to a short list of parts. No heat on an electric model often means a failed heating element, thermal fuse, or high-limit thermostat. On a gas dryer, it's usually the igniter or the gas valve coils. A drum that won't turn points to a broken belt, a worn idler pulley, or a motor problem. Squealing or thumping usually comes from worn drum rollers, glides, or that same pulley. Before replacing anything, a technician checks airflow. A crushed or lint-packed vent causes long dry times, early shutoffs, and blown fuses, so replacing parts without clearing the vent just sets up the next failure. A burning smell gets checked right away.

How high-end and compact dryers differ

Many Westside condos and newer homes have compact or stacked dryers tucked into closets. Others have European-style condensing or heat-pump models that don't vent outside at all. These work differently from a standard full-size vented dryer. Condensing and heat-pump dryers rely on heat exchangers, filters, and drain pumps that need to stay clean, and their electronics control more of the cycle. Parts are often model-specific and may need to be ordered. Stacked and built-in installations also take extra care to pull out and reach. We confirm the model and the fault on the first visit, and the $95 service call is credited toward the repair if you go ahead.

What you can check first and when to call

A few quick checks can save you a visit. Clean the lint screen and the slot it slides into. Make sure the door latches firmly, the dryer is plugged in all the way, and the breaker hasn't tripped. Electric dryers use a double breaker, and if one half trips, the drum can turn with no heat. Look at the vent hose behind the machine for kinks or crushing. Call us if the dryer still runs cold, the drum won't turn, it shuts off mid-cycle, or you hear grinding or loud thumping. If you smell burning, stop using the dryer and unplug it if you can do so safely. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility first.

From our service calls

Problems we fix

not heating
drum not turning
takes too long to dry
squealing or thumping noise
shuts off early
burning smell

Brands we work on

How a visit works

1
Call or book online
We answer 24/7. Same-day visits when the schedule allows.
2
Diagnosis at your home
The $95 service call is credited toward the repair.
3
A quote before work starts
You see the price and decide. No surprise charges.
4
Repair with a warranty
90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work.

Rated 4.8 on Google from 192 reviews

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★★★★★

Rick from West Appliance Service was able to assess my dryer the day after it broke down. I felt so lucky he made time to come even after 5 PM on a Friday! He diagnosed the situation, explained it to me clearly, and gave me his honest opinion about how to proceed. A couple days later, he returned with the necessary piece, and it's been humming ever since. Communication was clear throughout, and he showed up when he said he would. I couldn't ask for more. 11/10!

Jessica W., washer/dryer repair (Google)

★★★★★

Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.

Katie S., refrigerator/freezer repair (Google)

Dryer Repair questions

How much does dryer repair cost?

The service call and diagnosis is $95, credited toward the repair if you go ahead. The repair price depends on what the technician finds, and you get the quote before any work starts.

Can you come today?

We're open 24/7 and send technicians the same day whenever the schedule allows. Call (877) 775-4968 for the fastest booking.

Is dryer repair covered by a warranty?

Yes. 90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work such as compressor or sealed system repair, and 18 months for HomeCare members.

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