A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Lakewood Park list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lakewood Park
Within 30 miles of Lakewood Park there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Vero Beach (10), Port St. Lucie (10), and Fort Pierce (7). 16 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Tempest Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Lakewood Park. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.4, 3.7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
Closest matches for Lakewood Park: Quality Home Repair Services LLC (8.7 miles away, based in Fort Pierce, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (10.4 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); Dryer Vent Maintenance inc. (18.6 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tempest Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.9 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lakewood Park
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
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
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
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.
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 Lakewood Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lakewood Park 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 Lakewood Park Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakewood Park, FL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Lakewood Park and nearby towns?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Dryer Repair Near Lakewood Park
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 Lakewood Park technician a trip for parts.