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 Lake Mary list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Dryer Repair in Lake Mary, FL
40 repair companies serve Lake Mary from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Lake Mary, and the rest are spread across Winter Park (6), Sanford (5), and Winter Springs (5). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. 13 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Lake Mary, about 1.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Mary. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.8, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 20 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
Closest matches for Lake Mary: Hartman's Appliance Repair Sanford (5.5 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.8 stars from 233 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.7 stars from 342 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alpha Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Level Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Winter Springs, 4.9 stars from 73 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Mary
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
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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 Mary
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- 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.
What Lake Mary Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lake Mary 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 Mary
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Mary, FL
What should I check before calling?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Lake Mary
Dryer Repair Near Lake Mary
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 Mary technician a trip for parts.