A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Progress Village and the Hillsborough County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Progress Village
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Progress Village. Other nearby bases include Tampa (16), Brandon (12), and Riverview (7). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. The closest is ProFix Appliance Service, about 1.4 miles away. Of those, 12 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
Closest matches for Progress Village: Appliance Doctor Pro (3.3 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (8.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Squad (2.7 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.9 stars from 1,272 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Progress Village, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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?
- 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?
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 Progress Village
Most dryer calls in Progress Village 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
Questions to Ask a Progress Village Technician
- 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: Progress Village, FL
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Progress Village faster and cheaper.