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 Lauderhill, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Lauderhill, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lauderhill. 4 of them are based in Lauderhill itself, and the rest are spread across Plantation (12), Fort Lauderdale (9), and Tamarac (7). 7 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Lauderhill Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Lauderhill. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lauderhill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 1.7 |
First up for Lauderhill: Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (5.8 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JustOn Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Lauderhill Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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
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 Lauderhill
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Lauderhill Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Lauderhill 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
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lauderhill
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lauderhill, FL
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Why is my dryer squealing?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
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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 Lauderhill technician a trip for parts.