A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near East Lake-Orient Park
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Lake-Orient Park. Other nearby bases include Tampa (25), Brandon (9), and Thonotosassa (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Of those, 11 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from East Lake-Orient Park. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Lake-Orient Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.2, 4.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for East Lake-Orient Park: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (4.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); The Appliance Squad (6.5 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.9 stars from 1,272 reviews); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for East Lake-Orient Park, FL
Most dryer calls in East Lake-Orient 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
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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near East Lake-Orient Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: East Lake-Orient Park, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I check before calling?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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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 East Lake-Orient Park technician a trip for parts.