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 Boca Raton and the Palm Beach County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Boca Raton
40 repair companies serve Boca Raton from within 30 miles. 17 list an address in Boca Raton, and the rest are spread across Pompano Beach (13), Deerfield Beach (4), and Delray Beach (2). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is Abe's Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Boca Raton: Quick Vents + Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 772 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Djs air condition & appliance repair llc (5.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abe's Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King of America (11.3 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 4.8 stars from 1,059 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Boca Raton
Before replacing a dryer in Boca Raton, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Boca Raton Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Boca Raton 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
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Boca Raton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Boca Raton, FL
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Boca Raton technician a trip for parts.