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. The Seffner list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Seffner
40 repair companies serve Seffner from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Seffner itself, and other nearby bases include Tampa (14), Brandon (12), and Riverview (5). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. The closest is Seffner Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seffner. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.8, 3.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Seffner list: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (12.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Pro (10.3 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (9.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); The Appliance Squad (6.9 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.9 stars from 1,272 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- 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 Seffner
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Seffner
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
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
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
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Seffner
Most dryer calls in Seffner 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 Seffner
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Seffner faster and cheaper.