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. 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 Lake City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake City. 2 list an address in Lake City, and other nearby bases include Gainesville (10), Orange Park (9), and Jacksonville (5). Appliance-Smarts is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Lake City. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Lake City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 59 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.4, 15.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
The leading options for Lake City are Appliance Depot (2.4 miles away, 3.8 stars from 73 reviews); Avetis Appliance Repair Service (41.8 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.9 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lake City
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake City
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lake City
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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 Lake City
Most dryer calls in Lake 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lake City
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake City, FL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Do you cover Lake City and nearby towns?
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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 Lake City technician a trip for parts.