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 Lakeland Highlands, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Lakeland Highlands, FL
Within 30 miles of Lakeland Highlands there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Brandon (8), and Winter Haven (5). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. HWE ENTERPRI is the nearest, roughly 3.5 miles from Lakeland Highlands. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.5, 3.5, 4.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
First up for Lakeland Highlands: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (4.9 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (8.1 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Pro (23.5 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lakeland Highlands
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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
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 Lakeland Highlands
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Local Notes for Lakeland Highlands
Most dryer calls in Lakeland Highlands 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 Lakeland Highlands Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakeland Highlands, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lakeland Highlands faster and cheaper.