A Maytag dryer gave off a burning smell and then stopped working.
What our technicians usually find: overheating from a restricted vent, a cycling thermostat or a tired motor.
Dryer repair in Mount Vernon
Lorton, VA
Dryer Repair in Lorton, VA
Dryer smelled hot and then quit, or runs fine but stays cold? We repair dryers in Lorton and check the vent on every visit, because that's often where the trouble started.
Dryer Repair
Schedule service in Lorton
Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 10 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 10 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
Lorton notes
Lorton dryers and the vents behind them
A Maytag in one of the requests listed here gave off a burning smell and then stopped working. That sequence usually means something overheated and a thermal fuse did its job. Replacing the fuse alone sets up the next failure, so the cause, often a restricted vent or a cycling thermostat stuck closed, has to be found first.
The other request, a Kenmore that ran without heating, is the more common complaint. On electric models the element, thermal fuse and high-limit thermostat are the usual parts. On gas models it's the igniter or the gas valve coils.
Newer Lorton houses often have the laundry upstairs or in the middle of the house, so the vent may run through a ceiling or up to the roof. Long runs with several elbows collect lint faster and need cleaning more often than a short run through a basement wall.
Check the outside flap while the dryer runs. If it barely moves, the airflow is restricted somewhere in between.
Nearby requests
Dryer repair requests near Lorton
A Kenmore dryer turned on but would not heat.
What our technicians usually find: a heating element, thermal fuse or high-limit thermostat; on gas dryers, the igniter or gas valve coils.
Dryer repair in Mount VernonFrom online booking requests in 2024–2025; customer details are kept private. “What our technicians usually find” is the common cause of that problem, confirmed by our team. The technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the Dryer Repair page.
Before the visit:
Clean the lint screen, stop using the dryer if you smell burning and keep the vent area accessible.
Seeing an error code on the display? Look it up: LG dryer, Samsung dryer, Whirlpool dryer, GE dryer, Bosch dryer, Miele dryer, or browse all error codes.
Helpful guides
Dryer Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Lorton, VA, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
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Nearby coverage
Dryer Repair in Nearby Areas
We also provide dryer repair in Colchester, VA, and serve homeowners in Woodbridge, VA, Springfield, VA, Mount Vernon, VA and Fairfax Station, VA.
This location is part of our dryer repair coverage across the DC metro area — see all appliance services in Lorton, VA.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Lorton, VA: Lorton Station, Laurel Hill and Mason Neck.
Frequently asked questions
Dryer Repair in Lorton, VA FAQ
Can someone come fix my dryer today in Lorton?
We're based in Alexandria, about 12 miles from Lorton. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Appointments cost the same on weekdays, evenings and weekends - our hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday, all at one standard rate.
Many dryer repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
How much does it cost to fix a dryer in Lorton?
Heating elements, igniters, thermal fuses and rollers are the common, reasonably priced fixes. The quote comes after diagnosis and before repair - and if restricted airflow is what is really shortening your dryer's life, we say so instead of selling the next part. The diagnostic visit is $75 for a single appliance or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Labor starts at $200 and stays there on about 9 in 10 repairs; more complex jobs can reach $450. Parts are extra and listed in the quote. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What dryer problems do you fix in Lorton?
Common calls include dryer not heating, long drying times, dryer squeaking, drum not turning, burning smell and airflow restriction. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis.
My dryer's thermal fuse blew. Can I just replace it?
You can, since it's a one-time part, but have the vent and the cycling thermostat checked first. A fuse that blows again within weeks means the cause is still there.
How long can a dryer vent be?
Building codes generally allow about 35 feet of 4-inch metal duct, less 5 feet for each 90-degree turn, unless the dryer's manual allows more. Upstairs laundry vents often have several bends, which uses up that allowance quickly.
Should I try to fix the dryer myself first?
Start with the safe basics: empty the lint screen, confirm the breaker has not tripped, and check that the outside vent flap opens freely. Leave heating elements, thermostats and gas components to a technician - and if you ever smell burning, stop using the dryer until it is inspected.