Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. The Kenneth City list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Kenneth City, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kenneth City. 2 of them are based in Kenneth City itself, and the rest are spread across St. Petersburg (27), Largo (3), and Pinellas Park (2). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: ATS.Inc Appliance / TV Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Kenneth City list: American Appliance Inc (1.6 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same-Day Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); Teodor Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (5.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Kenneth City Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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
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
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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 Kenneth City
Most dryer calls in Kenneth City 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 Kenneth City
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kenneth City, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Kenneth City faster and cheaper.