A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Lake Lorraine, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lake Lorraine
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Lorraine. Other nearby bases include Destin (3), Fort Walton Beach (2), and Navarre (2). The closest is SECOND CHANCE USED APPLIANCES & REPAIR, Fort Walton Beach, FL, about 2.3 miles away. Of those, 3 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 13 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 3.0, 5.3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
At the top of the Lake Lorraine list: Surfside Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Navarre, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Spot (16.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SECOND CHANCE USED APPLIANCES & REPAIR, Fort Walton Beach, FL (2.3 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Lake Lorraine
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?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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 Lake Lorraine
Most dryer calls in Lake Lorraine 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.
Questions to Ask a Lake Lorraine Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Lorraine, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lake Lorraine faster and cheaper.