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 Temple Terrace, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Temple Terrace, FL
40 repair companies serve Temple Terrace from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Temple Terrace, and the rest are spread across Tampa (29), Brandon (6), and Thonotosassa (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Temple Terrace. 10 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Temple Terrace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.9, 3.9 |
Closest matches for Temple Terrace: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (9.0 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (6.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (8.0 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Temple Terrace
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
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
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What Temple Terrace Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Temple Terrace 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
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Temple Terrace
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Temple Terrace, FL
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Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
How much does dryer repair cost in Temple Terrace?
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Before you call a Temple Terrace technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.