Dryer Repair
No heat, long cycles, or a drum that won't turn? We repair gas and electric dryers of every major brand — safely, and with the price set before we start.
- 3rd
- generation family techs
- Same-day
- on the Hwy-70 corridor
- Upfront
- pricing before we start
What we do on a dryer
Clean, professional, White Glove service on every call — start to finish.
No-Heat Repairs
Runs but won't heat — elements, igniters, thermal fuses, and gas valves on both fuel types.
Airflow & Long Cycles
Clothes still damp or cycles dragging on — blowers, ducting, and restricted airflow that also raises fire risk.
Drum, Belts & Rollers
Thumping, squealing, or a drum that won't turn — belts, rollers, idlers, and bearings.
Controls & Sensors
Won't-start faults, over-heating shutoffs, moisture sensors, and control boards.
Types we service
Residential and business, as part of our full appliance repair services.
- Electric Dryers
- Elements, thermostats, fuses, and controls on 240V dryers.
- Gas Dryers
- Igniters, gas valves, flame sensors, and safe combustion checks.
- Stacked Units
- Stacked washer-dryer sets and closet installations.
- Vented & Heat-Pump
- Standard vented dryers plus modern ventless heat-pump models.
Problems we fix most
If yours isn't listed, we've almost certainly seen it — tell us what it's doing.
- Runs but produces no heat
- Takes too long / clothes still damp
- Won't start or drum won't turn
- Loud thumping or squealing
- Overheating or shutting off mid-cycle
- Burning smell during operation
- Not tumbling or stopping early
- Error codes and control-board faults
Heat, airflow, and safety
A dryer that won't heat is usually a straightforward fix — a heating element or thermal fuse on an electric unit, or an igniter or valve on a gas one. Those are worth repairing on almost any dryer.
The part we take seriously is airflow. Restricted venting is the leading cause of long dry times and, more importantly, dryer fires — so we check the airflow path as part of the job. If you ever smell burning, stop the dryer and call us at (252) 349-5878.
…and every other major brand we service.
Dryer Repair across Eastern NC
Fastest along the Hwy-70 corridor from New Bern to Beaufort; outlying towns are typically one to two days. Pick your town for local details.
Same-day corridor
New Bern, NC
historic-district homes and riverfront properties
Morehead City, NC
salt-air coastal homes and waterfront condos
Beaufort, NC
historic seaport homes and coastal properties
Newport, NC
established homes and new-construction subdivisions
Havelock, NC
practical, well-used family homes
Atlantic Beach, NC
beach cottages, condos, and vacation rentals
Also serving · 1–2 day
Emerald Isle, NC
vacation rentals and beach second homes
Jacksonville, NC
established neighborhoods and growing subdivisions
Kinston, NC
downtown homes, county properties, and local restaurants
Greenville, NC
family homes and high-turnover student rentals
Washington, NC
historic downtown and riverfront homes
Three generations of NC service
I'm Wayne — a Master Appliance Technician and owner of Wayne's Appliance Services. My family has served North Carolina for three generations, and I'm proud to keep that going here in New Bern. We're not a franchise; we're your neighbors.
Doing it right means White Glove Service on every job — your home left cleaner than we found it — and upfront pricing, so you know the cost before we start.
And yes — we're pet friendly.
Why choose Wayne's for dryer repair?
The experience, parts knowledge, and honest pricing that make a repair the smart call — backed by three generations of Eastern North Carolina service.
- Three generations of hands-on appliance repair expertise.
- All major brands serviced, with common parts on the truck.
- Same-day availability throughout Eastern North Carolina.
Other appliance repairs
One call covers the whole kitchen and laundry room.
Dryer Repair FAQs
My dryer runs but won't heat — is that worth fixing?
Almost always, yes. No-heat is usually a heating element or thermal fuse (electric) or an igniter or gas valve (gas) — inexpensive parts relative to a new dryer. We confirm the cause and price it up front.
Why is my dryer taking so long to dry?
Long dry times almost always come down to airflow — a restricted vent, lint buildup, or a weak blower. It also raises fire risk, so we check the whole airflow path, not just the machine.
Do you repair both gas and electric dryers?
Yes — we service electric and gas dryers of every major brand, including stacked sets and modern ventless heat-pump models.
My dryer smells like it's burning — what should I do?
Stop using it and call us right away at (252) 349-5878. A burning smell usually means lint near the heat source or an electrical fault — both are safety issues we can diagnose quickly.
How fast can you get out for a dryer repair?
Same-day service is often available, fastest along the Hwy-70 corridor from New Bern to Beaufort; outlying towns are typically one to two days.
Dryer won't dry? Let's fix the heat and the airflow.
We'll diagnose the issue, check the venting for safety, give you the price up front, and get your dryer back to work — usually in one visit.