Tumble dryer
Heating faults on vented and condenser dryers are usually a blocked vent, a failed thermostat or element.
Symptom: Tumbles but clothes stay cold or damp · Typical cost: £70–£170.
Overheating trips the thermal cut-out.
The fix:Clean the filter and vent hose.
Safety devices cut the heater.
The fix:Replace the thermostats.
Burns out with age.
The fix:Replace the element.
The sealed system fails.
The fix:Engineer diagnosis.
£70–£170.
If you can see leaks, smell burning, or the appliance is tripping the electrics, stop using it and unplug it. For minor faults without those signs it is usually safe to leave it off until you can diagnose it. Always switch off and unplug the appliance before inspecting it. Never work on gas appliances or fixed electrical wiring yourself — call a Gas Safe registered engineer or a qualified electrician.