Why is Your Dryer Squeaking? Get Troubleshooting Advice from the Appliance Experts

When you turn on your washerand dryer , you want them to work without issue. Unfortunately, this is not always going to happen. At American Appliance Repair , we offer a wider-angle of applianceservices for all major brands and all types of appliances, and one of the most common questions we get is why a certain appliance icemaking a strange noise.

Keep reading to learn about some of thepotential reasons that a dryer might be squeaking, along with oursolutions. Then contact Authorized Appliance Repair. at (833) 220-1666 to request help if yourappliance is not running smoothly.

The first thing to know is that if your dryer is running correctly, it will not squeak. If it starts doing so, this is not just a sign of wear and tear. In most cases, it means that there is a part that’s worn out and needs to be repaired or replaced. Start by trying to determine where the squeak is – whether the back, front, top, or bottom of the dryer.

Ideally, the squeaking is caused by the wheels or bearings under the dryer because this is an easy fix. Think of it like this – when you are drying a large load, the dryer will move a little while it’s drying. If the legs or wheels underneath the dryer become uneven or loose, then they can cause squeaking. Fixing this issue is as simple as getting grease or machine lube to get rid of the squeak. If there are screwed-in legs on the bottom of the dryer, you can also try tightening them to see if it gets rid of the sound.

Another potential issue is that there are small objects within the lint filter or drum of the dryer, such as coins or paper clips. To determine if this is the issue, unplug your dryer and look down the lint catch opening. Do you see something stuck? If you do, keep the dryer unplugged and get the item out of the lint catch or drum.

Due to the extreme temperatures at which dryers run, it is not uncommon for a dryer belt to become worn and eventually crack. If the squeaking is coming from the top of the dryer, then the dryer belt is the most likely culprit. You can check to see if it's cracked by unplugging your dryer, opening the dryer cabinet, and looking at the belt.

If you would rather have the professionals take a look, contact Authorized Appliance Repair. Repair at (833) 220-1666 . We have many years of experience and are standing by to provide you with the best possible result for your repair or replacement.