Dryer Squeaking or Making Loud Noise
Likely causes
- ✓Worn drum support rollers
- ✓Worn or glazed drive belt
- ✓Failing idler pulley
- ✓Worn drum glides or felt seal
- ✓Object caught between the drum and the dryer housing
A high-pitched squeal usually comes from a worn idler pulley or drive belt losing its grip, while a rhythmic thumping is more often worn drum support rollers no longer turning smoothly. Both are wear items that get louder over time rather than failing suddenly, so catching the noise early often means a cheaper repair.
Before assuming a part has failed, it’s worth checking for a stray sock or small item caught between the drum and the housing — a surprisingly common cause of a sudden new noise. Our technicians run the dryer during the visit to isolate exactly where the noise is coming from before recommending parts.
This is one of the issues covered under our Dryer Repair service.