Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Combee Settlement, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Combee Settlement
40 repair companies serve Combee Settlement from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Zephyrhills (6), and Winter Haven (5). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Cannon's Appliance Service L.L.C, about 2.0 miles away. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.7, 2.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Combee Settlement are Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (3.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (2.7 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (14.5 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Combee Settlement
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Local Notes for Combee Settlement
Most dryer calls in Combee Settlement 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 Combee Settlement Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Combee Settlement, FL
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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 Combee Settlement technician a trip for parts.