A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Coconut Creek, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Coconut Creek
40 repair companies serve Coconut Creek from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Coconut Creek itself, and other nearby bases include Coral Springs (12), Pompano Beach (11), and Margate (6). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Parker Family Appliance Service, around 0.3 miles out. 2 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.9, 1.9 |
Closest matches for Coconut Creek: Quick Vents + Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 772 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abe's Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oleg Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Coconut Creek
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Dryer Notes for Coconut Creek, FL
Most dryer calls in Coconut Creek 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 Coconut Creek
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
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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 Coconut Creek technician a trip for parts.