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 Greenacres and the Palm Beach County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Greenacres, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Greenacres. 4 of them are based in Greenacres itself, and the rest are spread across West Palm Beach (14), Lake Worth Beach (5), and Boynton Beach (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Greenfield Appliance Repair Greenacres, around 1.5 miles out. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 25 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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
Closest matches for Greenacres: Avi Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Romano's Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE PROFESSIONAL REPAIR LLC (2.0 miles away, based in Lake Worth Beach, 5.0 stars from 454 reviews); Appliance King of America (8.2 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 4.8 stars from 1,059 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Greenacres
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Greenacres, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Greenacres
Most dryer calls in Greenacres 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.
Before You Book in Greenacres
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Greenacres, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Greenacres faster and cheaper.