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When your dryer stops working in Markham, damp laundry piles up fast — especially in busy family homes in Unionville, Cornell, and Berczy Village. Nika Appliance Repair sends certified technicians across all Markham neighbourhoods within 2-4 hours, 7 days a week, including evenings to fit around your schedule.
Markham's newer builds and townhome communities commonly feature Samsung and LG heat pump or sensor-dry dryers paired with matching washer sets. Our technicians are specifically trained on these advanced platforms, diagnosing sensor-dry malfunctions, moisture sensor failures, and inverter motor faults that generic repair shops often misdiagnose. We carry OEM parts for the most popular models in our service vehicles.
A dryer that takes too long, runs but produces no heat, or stops mid-cycle is often a symptom of a blocked exhaust duct — a genuine fire hazard. We inspect and clear vent systems as part of every service call. Typical repairs run $150-$380, with the $119 diagnostic fee waived on repair. All work is covered by a 90-day warranty.
From no heat to error codes on smart dryers, our Markham technicians diagnose and fix most dryer faults in a single visit.
The drum spins but clothes stay damp. On electric dryers this usually means a blown heating element or failed thermal fuse. On gas dryers, a faulty igniter or gas valve solenoid is typical. We test and replace on-site — most resolved in under an hour.
Markham homes often have longer vent runs, especially in townhomes and semi-detached properties. Lint buildup in the exhaust duct is the most common cause of slow drying — and a fire risk. We clear vent blockages and inspect the full exhaust path.
Nothing happens when you press start. A faulty door latch, broken thermal fuse, failed start switch, or blown control board are typical causes. Our technicians test all electrical components and replace only what has failed.
The dryer runs and heats but the drum doesn't turn. A snapped drum belt is the most common cause — straightforward to replace. We also check idler pulleys and drum glides that wear out in large-capacity units popular in Markham homes.
Dryer runs for a few minutes then cuts out, or clothes come out scorching hot. A blocked lint filter or restricted exhaust duct causes the high-limit thermostat to trip. We clean the duct and replace thermostats to restore safe operation.
Samsung and LG smart dryers in Markham display codes like dE, HE, or FE before stopping. We use brand-specific diagnostic tools to decode faults in moisture sensors, temperature sensors, and control boards for accurate, first-visit fixes.
Our technicians are trained on all major dryer brands, with particular expertise in the Samsung and LG platforms most common across Markham's newer residential builds.
Transparent upfront pricing — we quote before we touch anything. Diagnostic fee ($119) waived when repair proceeds. All repairs include 90-day warranty.
| Problem | Typical Cost (CAD) | Repair Time |
|---|---|---|
| Heating element replacement (electric) | $180-$290 | 45-60 min |
| Thermal fuse replacement | $150-$210 | 30-45 min |
| Drum belt replacement | $160-$240 | 45-60 min |
| Gas igniter / valve solenoid | $180-$300 | 45-75 min |
| Idler pulley / drum glides | $150-$240 | 45-60 min |
| Door latch / switch | $150-$220 | 30-45 min |
| Control board replacement | $260-$380 | 60-90 min |
Most dryer repairs in Markham cost $150-$380. Heating element, thermal fuse, and belt replacements run $150-$260; control board or motor repairs cost $260-$380. The $119 diagnostic fee is waived when you proceed with repair.
No. Slow drying is almost always caused by a restricted exhaust vent — a lint blockage or kinked duct reducing airflow. This also poses a fire risk. Markham townhomes and semis with longer duct runs are especially susceptible. We clear blockages and test airflow on every service call.
Yes. Heat pump dryers from Samsung, LG, Miele, and Bosch are becoming increasingly popular in Markham's energy-conscious community. We service heat pump refrigerant circuits, condenser coils, and evaporator sensors for these units.
Yes. We serve all Markham neighbourhoods with same-day service. Call before 2 PM at (437) 524-1053 and we typically arrive within 2-4 hours. We work 7 days a week including evenings until 8 PM Monday through Friday.
Every dryer repair includes a 90-day warranty on both parts and labour. If the same issue recurs within 90 days, we fix it free of charge.
Nika Appliance Repair has served Markham since 2017. Here are the most common questions from Markham residents about dryer repair:
Markham is a diverse GTA community with newer detached homes using gas dryers and modern condos using electric LG and Samsung units, and in both cases repair is the right choice for any machine under 10 years old. Gas dryer repairs — gas valve solenoid at $280-$420, igniter at $150-$220, belt at $120-$180 — are significantly cheaper than a new gas dryer at $700-$1,400. Electric dryer repairs — control board at $200-$380, heating element at $150-$250, thermal fuse at $80-$120 — beat the $600-$1,200 cost of a new electric dryer. Markham homes in areas like Unionville, Cornell, and Berczy Village often have newer Samsung and LG appliances under warranty or with considerable life remaining, making repair especially attractive. Nika Appliance Repair has served Markham since 2017. Our $119 diagnostic is waived on repair, and all work carries a 90-day parts and labour warranty.
For Markham homes, where we service both gas dryers in detached houses and electric LG and Samsung dryers in condos, our $119 diagnostic is comprehensive and adapted to the unit type. For gas dryers we test igniter resistance, valve solenoid coils, radiant sensor, thermal fuse, and hi-limit thermostat, plus inspect the vent duct — Markham detached homes with longer interior duct runs frequently have lint accumulation at the bends. For electric LG and Samsung units we read stored error codes from the control board, test the heating element continuity, thermal fuse, cutoff limiter, and moisture sensor bars. Sensor bar buildup from hard Markham water mineral deposits is a common cause of cycles ending too early. Drum belt condition and bearing wear are inspected on all units. The written quote is presented before any repair begins. The $119 fee is waived on repair. Service available Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm.
Control board errors on Samsung and LG dryers are the most distinctive dryer problem in Markham, particularly in newer condo and townhome units. Samsung dryers display HE, HC, and bE codes; LG dryers show dE, d80, and d90. These codes are often triggered not by actual board failure but by vent restriction causing overtemperature events — clearing the vent duct resolves the code without board replacement. When the board has genuinely failed, replacement costs $200-$380. The second most common Markham issue is gas valve solenoid wear in houses: the dual solenoids that open the gas valve weaken over 8-12 years, causing intermittent heat or no heat on a gas dryer. Solenoid replacement costs $280-$420. Third is moisture sensor bar buildup: Markham tap water has higher mineral content than central Toronto, and mineral deposits on the sensor bars inside the LG or Samsung drum cause premature cycle endings and damp laundry.
Call (437) 524-1053 before 2 PM and we dispatch a technician to your Markham address the same day, usually within 2-4 hours. We serve all Markham communities including Unionville, Cornell, Milliken, Thornhill (Markham side), Berczy Village, Cathedral, Cathedraltown, Box Grove, and Angus Glen. Our vans carry LG and Samsung control boards, heating elements, moisture sensor bars, thermal fuses, and gas valve solenoid kits for the models most common in Markham. Most repairs are completed in one visit of 60-90 minutes. When a specific control board PCB or motor component must be sourced for an exact Samsung or LG model, we return the next business day at no additional call-out charge. All repairs are backed by a 90-day parts and labour warranty. Service hours: Mon-Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm.
Markham homeowners and condo residents can help the appointment go faster with a few simple steps. For detached homes, clear the laundry area around the dryer — move baskets, boxes, and any items stored near the machine — and confirm the gas shutoff valve behind the unit is accessible if you have a gas dryer. For condo or townhome residents, check building access procedures and clear the laundry closet of clothes and stored items. For all residents: note the exact error code on the Samsung or LG display panel and write it down. Note when the exterior vent was last cleaned — Markham townhomes and condos often have short flex duct runs with 90-degree bends that accumulate lint quickly. If you notice that clothes come out damp even after a full cycle, also mention this: it is a classic sign of moisture sensor bar mineral buildup that our Markham technicians see regularly. Have the model number from the door frame sticker ready when you call (437) 524-1053.
Same-day service available 7 days a week. 90-day warranty on every repair. No hidden fees.