When a dryer quits in Macclenny, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. Below are the companies within reach of Macclenny, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Dryer Repair in Macclenny, FL
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Macclenny. 1 list an address in Macclenny, and other nearby bases include Jacksonville (16), Orange Park (11), and Middleburg (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. P & S Harvey Appliance LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Macclenny. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Macclenny. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 20.7, 21.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
Closest matches for Macclenny: Hartman's Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Orange Park, 4.4 stars from 555 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair Services (22.4 miles away, based in Orange Park, 4.2 stars from 219 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Why Dryers Break Down
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Macclenny, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 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 Macclenny Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Macclenny 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Macclenny
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Macclenny, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Macclenny faster and cheaper.