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. Below are the companies within reach of Shady Hills, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Shady Hills, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shady Hills. 1 list an address in Shady Hills, and other nearby bases include Spring Hill (9), Land O' Lakes (7), and New Port Richey (6). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 7 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Apollo Spring Hill Appliance Repair Co, about 4.0 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shady Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 4.1, 4.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Shady Hills list: ER Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.9 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pasco County (15.8 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.7 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (14.2 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bolt Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.7 stars from 349 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Shady Hills
What Gets Fixed on a Shady Hills Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Around Shady Hills
Most dryer calls in Shady Hills 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
Before You Book in Shady Hills
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Shady Hills, 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 Shady Hills technician a trip for parts.