Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. The Alachua list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Alachua
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Alachua. 1 list an address in Alachua, and other nearby bases include Gainesville (10), Lake City (2), and High Springs (1). APTUS BIOSCIENCES LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Alachua. Of those, 5 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 6.7, 8.8 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
Closest matches for Alachua: Avetis Appliance Repair Service (11.8 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alex Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Gainesville, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Alachua
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Around Alachua
Most dryer calls in Alachua come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Alachua
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Alachua, FL
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Dryer Repair Near Alachua
Before you call a Alachua technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.