When a dryer quits in South Bradenton, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Bradenton and the Manatee County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in South Bradenton, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Bradenton. The rest are spread across Sarasota (21), Bradenton (18), and Palmetto (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Kingdom Appliance Repair Services Bradenton, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Bradenton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
Closest matches for South Bradenton: A Plus Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Bradenton, 4.9 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (4.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Well Done Home Solutions Inc. (4.5 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in South Bradenton
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Around South Bradenton
Most dryer calls in South Bradenton 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 South Bradenton Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: South Bradenton, FL
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, South Bradenton
Dryer Repair Near South Bradenton
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 South Bradenton technician a trip for parts.