When a dryer quits in Fort Pierce, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fort Pierce and the St. Lucie County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Fort Pierce, FL
Our data shows 38 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Pierce. 7 list an address in Fort Pierce, and the rest are spread across Port St. Lucie (10), Vero Beach (10), and Stuart (8). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Pros Fort Pierce, around 1.0 miles out. 16 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Pierce. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 38 |
The leading options for Fort Pierce are Quality Home Repair Services LLC (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dryer Vent Maintenance inc. (10.4 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (10.0 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 561 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (18.0 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Fort Pierce Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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.
Around Fort Pierce
Most dryer calls in Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Pierce, FL
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Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Fort Pierce technician a trip for parts.