When a dryer quits in Lecanto, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lecanto and the Citrus County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Technicians Serving Lecanto, FL
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lecanto. 1 of them are based in Lecanto itself, and other nearby bases include Spring Hill (9), Brooksville (6), and Homosassa (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Same-Day Appliance Fix Lecanto is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Lecanto. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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 | 18 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 38 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 5.9, 5.9 |
First up for Lecanto: Beacon Services & Appliances (9.3 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 1,467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Homosassa, 4.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jonathan's Appliance Services (27.6 miles away, based in Wildwood, 5.0 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.7 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lecanto
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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 (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?
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.
Around Lecanto
Most dryer calls in Lecanto 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 Lecanto
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lecanto, FL
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Lecanto
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Before you call a Lecanto technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.