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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Auburndale and the Polk County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Auburndale
40 repair companies serve Auburndale from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Auburndale, and other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Davenport (4). Active Property Services is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Auburndale. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 3.5, 5.1 |
Closest matches for Auburndale: Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (5.1 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (10.6 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (8.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What Auburndale Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Auburndale 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.
Questions to Ask a Auburndale Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Auburndale, FL
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Auburndale
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Before you call a Auburndale 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.