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 Lealman, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Lealman
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lealman. Other nearby bases include St. Petersburg (28), Largo (3), and Pinellas Park (2). Suncoast Appliances is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Lealman. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
At the top of the Lealman list: American Appliance Inc (0.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same-Day Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (12.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lealman
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Lealman, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Local Notes for Lealman
Most dryer calls in Lealman 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 Lealman
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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: Lealman, FL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Lealman faster and cheaper.