Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Richmond Heights and the Miami-Dade County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Richmond Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Richmond Heights. The rest are spread across Miami (30), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Highpoint Appliance Repair Team is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Richmond Heights. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Richmond Heights: Flamingo Appliance Service (2.7 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Max Appliance Repair Miami (10.4 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (2.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Richmond Heights Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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 Richmond Heights, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Richmond Heights, FL
Most dryer calls in Richmond Heights 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 Richmond Heights
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Richmond Heights, FL
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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 Richmond Heights technician a trip for parts.