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 Safety Harbor and the Pinellas County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Safety Harbor
40 repair companies serve Safety Harbor from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Clearwater (17), Palm Harbor (7), and Largo (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: R&A Care Appliance Service, around 2.1 miles out. Of those, 13 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.2, 2.2 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
At the top of the Safety Harbor list: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (3.0 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (7.9 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (8.7 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Safety Harbor
What Gets Fixed on a Safety Harbor Dryer Call
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Safety Harbor
Before replacing a dryer in Safety Harbor, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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.
What Safety Harbor Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Safety Harbor 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Safety Harbor
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Safety Harbor, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Safety Harbor do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Safety Harbor
Dryer Repair Near Safety Harbor
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 Safety Harbor technician a trip for parts.