Samsung dryer not heating in Ontario? Here's what was really wrong
When your dryer has power but isn’t heating, it’s easy to assume the machine itself is broken. But for our client in Ontario, CA, the issue wasn’t with the dryer at all, it was what was hiding behind it.
They contacted Express Dryer Repair after noticing their Samsung dryer took multiple cycles to dry clothes. Eventually, it stopped heating completely. Our technician Victor arrived the same day to diagnose the issue and what he found could have been a serious fire risk.
What caused the Samsung dryer to stop heating?
The dryer continued to turn on and tumble, but it did not produce any heat. Our inspection showed:
- A clogged dryer vent hose, packed with lint
- A neglected lint trap cavity, reducing airflow
- Overheating that triggered a safety shut-off in the system
The dryer itself was in good condition, but airflow was completely blocked, which caused the system to overheat and disable the heating function.
Why does my dryer have so much lint?
Even with regular use, dryers produce large amounts of lint, especially when drying cotton, towels, or fleece. If the vent isn’t cleaned regularly, lint builds up inside the hose and duct, which can lead to:
- Longer drying times
- Increased energy bills
- Overheating or automatic shut-off
- Permanent damage to heating components
- And most seriously, fire hazards
What happens to your clothes when there’s too much lint left behind?
Aside from extended drying times, excess lint affects your laundry:
- Clothes stay damp or musty
- Fabric gets damaged from overheating
- Towels feel less fluffy and take longer to dry
- Heat-sensitive items can get scorched or shrunk
That’s why we always recommend dryer vent cleaning at least once a year—especially in high-use households.
How we fixed it: Dryer vent cleaning and lint trap service in Ontario
Our technician Victor:
- Disconnected the vent and cleared the entire hose
- Vacuumed and brushed out the lint trap cavity
- Reset the dryer’s safety systems
- Verified that airflow was fully restored
- Confirmed the Samsung dryer was heating again
The entire job took under 90 minutes, and the dryer was back to finishing loads in one cycle—without overheating.
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