If the idler pulley or the mechanism holding fails, the belt can lose tension and squeak. You may also need to replace the motor. Loading your dryer, then turning it on only to be surprised by a ...

So you'll need to contact the manufacturer or search for a replacement belt on Amazon or the manufacturer's website; prices are usually in the $5 range (they're so cheap, you might as well buy two).

If the dryer belt develops wear or has simply become slack with age, a loose or poor fit with the drum itself may cause slippage and squeaking. If this is the case, you’ll need to replace this part.

But a broken roller belt will instantly cripple your vacuum and render your roller inoperable. Instead of spending money on a repair service (or a new vacuum), you can fix it yourself for less ...