Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Oakland Park and the Broward County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Oakland Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Oakland Park. 5 of them are based in Oakland Park itself, and the rest are spread across Fort Lauderdale (24), Pompano Beach (6), and Wilton Manors (2). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Neighborhood Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Oakland Park. 6 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
The leading options for Oakland Park are AAA Century Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (3.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oleg Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Oakland Park
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Oakland Park
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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 Oakland Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Oakland Park 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 Oakland Park
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Oakland Park, FL
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Which areas near Oakland Park do these technicians cover?
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Before you call a Oakland Park 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.