Heating Element
Fixing a dryer’s heating element ranges between $150 and $250. The main sign of a damaged heating element is clothes not drying after a washing cycle. Sometimes, you might need to buy a new heating element. The average dryer heating element cost is between $40 and $100 but can go as high as $200 or as low as $30, depending on the type of dryer.
Drum
Repairing your dryer drum costs between $150 and $500. If damage to your drum is beyond repair, a new one will set you back between $300 and $450.
The drum is the part of the dryer where you place the clothing. During a drying cycle, it spins around to distribute the heat evenly among your clothes and prevents them from bunching up. A damaged drum can increase the risk of fire, so make sure to call a local appliance repair pro promptly if you notice a problem with yours.
Belt
The cost to repair a dryer belt ranges between $100 and $200. Belts form part of a pulley system in your dryer that rotates the drum. The culprit could be a broken belt if your drum isn't rotating.
Bearing
Repairing bearings in a dryer costs $75 to $150 on average. Bearings help the dryer’s drum spin smoothly by reducing friction. If your drum makes a grinding sound when spinning, it could be a sign of worn-out bearings.
Roller
Fixing a dryer roller will set you back about $50 to $100. The rollers are located at the back of the dryer and hold the drum in the proper position as it rotates. A scraping or squealing sound from your dryer as the drum spins can signify damaged rollers.
Timer
The average dryer repair cost for a faulty timer is between $50 and $100. The timer tracks the cycling time and turns the dryer off once the time elapses. If your timer is faulty, the dryer will turn off before the cycle is complete.
Door
Fixing a dryer door costs $50 to $100 on average. If your dryer door won’t close or latch correctly, the cause might be a broken door latch, which an appliance technician can easily fix and get it working again in as little as an hour.
Motor
Repairing your dryer's motor costs between $150 and $250. The motor powers the drive belt that spins the drum. If the motor hums instead of tumbling when you press the start button, your motor is likely faulty and in need of repair.
If you need to buy a new motor, it’ll cost you $150 on average, though you can get an aftermarket model for around $60. If your project takes longer or the technician needs to drive a further distance, prices could easily reach $400 or more.
If your motor is the issue, it’s best to contact a dryer repair company near you to get an estimate. Projects leaning toward $400 or more might mean it’s best to replace this appliance instead of repairing it.
Also, during the repair, the technician will have to remove the drum to get to the motor, so if you have an older dryer, it may be more cost-effective in the long run to replace other parts such as the belt, dryer, and motor at the same time. This could add around $50 to your total cost.
Other Parts
Your dryer may also malfunction due to a failure or wearing out of parts other than those listed above. Below are a few of these other parts that could experience issues. Note that depending on the nature of the problem, you might need to replace rather than repair a part.