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. Below are the companies within reach of Lantana, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Lantana
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lantana. 4 list an address in Lantana, and the rest are spread across Boynton Beach (18), West Palm Beach (8), and Lake Worth Beach (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Apex Lake Worth Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. 11 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 24 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
First up for Lantana: Avi Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King of America (3.5 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 4.8 stars from 1,059 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE PROFESSIONAL REPAIR LLC (3.9 miles away, based in Lake Worth Beach, 5.0 stars from 454 reviews); Romano's Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Lantana, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Lantana, FL
Most dryer calls in Lantana 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Lantana
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lantana, FL
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Lantana
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lantana faster and cheaper.