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 Citrus Park and the Hillsborough County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Citrus Park
Within 30 miles of Citrus Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tampa (24), Lutz (4), and Odessa (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Citrus Park. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 34 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.5, 2.4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
The leading options for Citrus Park are APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (1.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (6.6 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (3.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bolt Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.7 stars from 349 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Citrus Park Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Around Citrus Park
Most dryer calls in Citrus Park 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
Questions to Ask a Citrus Park Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Citrus Park, FL
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Citrus Park
Dryer Repair Near Citrus Park
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Citrus Park faster and cheaper.