When a dryer quits in Margate, 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 Margate and the Broward County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Margate, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Margate. 6 of them are based in Margate itself, and the rest are spread across Coral Springs (14), Tamarac (7), and Pompano Beach (6). Ace Hialeah Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Margate. 2 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Margate. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
First up for Margate: Quick Vents + Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 772 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oleg Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Margate Dryer Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Margate, FL
Most dryer calls in Margate 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.
Before You Book in Margate
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Margate, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Margate
Dryer Repair Near Margate
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 Margate technician a trip for parts.