When your tumble dryer, a home appliance that uses heat and rotation to dry clothes. Also known as clothes dryer, it stops spinning, it’s not the end of the world. Most of the time, it’s not a broken motor or a failed control board—it’s something small, cheap, and easy to fix. You don’t need to buy a new one yet. The drum just isn’t turning, and that’s usually down to one of a few common parts wearing out or getting stuck.
The tumble dryer belt, a rubber loop that connects the motor to the drum is the most frequent culprit. If it snaps, stretches, or slips off the pulley, the drum won’t turn—even if the motor is still running. You can check it by pulling the dryer away from the wall, unplugging it, and looking through the back panel or front access panel (depending on your model). A broken belt looks like a frayed or snapped rubber band. Replacing it costs under £30 and takes less than an hour. Then there’s the dryer drum roller, a small wheel that supports the drum and lets it spin smoothly. If it cracks or wears down, the drum gets heavy and stops turning. You’ll hear a loud grinding or squeaking before it fully fails. The dryer motor, the engine that powers the drum and fan can also go bad, but that’s rarer. If the motor hums but the drum doesn’t move, it’s likely the belt or rollers. If there’s no sound at all, check the power and the door switch first.
Don’t assume the problem is expensive. A lot of people replace their dryers thinking it’s a major fault, when all they needed was a new belt or a cleaned-out lint trap. The tumble dryer not spinning issue is one of the most common repairs we see in Hinckley homes. It’s not a sign your appliance is dead—it’s a sign it needs a quick tune-up. We’ve fixed these exact problems for over 15 years, and 8 out of 10 times, it’s a simple fix that saves customers hundreds. Below, you’ll find real repair guides, cost breakdowns, and step-by-step checks from people who’ve been there. No fluff. No guesswork. Just what actually works.
8 December 2025 · 0 Comments
If your tumble dryer runs but the drum won’t spin, it’s usually a broken belt, worn rollers, or a bad capacitor. Learn how to diagnose and fix the most common causes yourself before calling a technician.
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