When a dryer quits in Northdale, 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 Northdale, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Northdale
40 repair companies serve Northdale from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Tampa (24), Odessa (6), and Land O' Lakes (5). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Of those, 10 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Max Appliance Repair, about 2.1 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.1, 3.1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 32 |
At the top of the Northdale list: APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (4.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (3.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (9.5 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (8.1 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Northdale Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Northdale, 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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 Northdale
Most dryer calls in Northdale 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Northdale
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
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