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 DeLand and the Volusia County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving DeLand, FL
Within 30 miles of DeLand there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in DeLand, and other nearby bases include Orange City (7), Deltona (6), and Sanford (5). Nearest on the list: XPD Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. 15 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
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) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.5, 3.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
The leading options for DeLand are Hartman's Appliance Repair Sanford (14.5 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.8 stars from 233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.7 stars from 342 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alpha Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Lake Mary, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Appliance Repair LLC (5.1 miles away, based in Orange City, 5.0 stars from 199 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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
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 DeLand
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for DeLand
Most dryer calls in DeLand 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 DeLand
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: DeLand, FL
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Find Your Dryer Brand in DeLand
Dryer Repair Near DeLand
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 DeLand technician a trip for parts.