Electric Dryer Trips Circuit Breaker?

Question

Any ideas what may be causing this?

Will we be able to repair it ourselves or do we need to hire a professional?

The circuit only trips while the dryer is on, regardless of what else is on. That's why I think it is a problem with the dryer itself.

Answer 1

dryers are nearly always on their own circuit, so the problem is with the dryer.

do not put in a bigger breaker unless you want a fire.

the problem is most likely the element. but the spin motor is also possible.

to find out, set it for air fluff/no heat. if it still trips, it's the motor. if not it's the element.

dryers are most inconvenient to work on.

Answer 2

It's just the dryer.  You  should stop using it and get it fixed.  Unless you know how to troubleshoot electrical equipment with a volt/ohm meter.