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. The Davenport list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Davenport, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Davenport. 4 of them are based in Davenport itself, and the rest are spread across Kissimmee (16), Winter Haven (5), and Orlando (4). APPLIANSERVICES JNP LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Davenport. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 3.4, 3.7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Davenport: Mr. Budget Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (17.4 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pronto Appliance Services (19.9 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (23.1 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Davenport
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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 Davenport
Most dryer calls in Davenport 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Davenport
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Davenport, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you cover Davenport and nearby towns?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Davenport
Dryer Repair Near Davenport
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 Davenport technician a trip for parts.