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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Tice
40 repair companies serve Tice from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Fort Myers (26), North Fort Myers (7), and Cape Coral (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Mercantile Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Tice are Mr. Appliance of Lee County (9.9 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bill Smith Electronics & Appliances (24.8 miles away, based in Bonita Springs, 4.8 stars from 1,934 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Outfitters of North Fort Myers (3.9 miles away, based in North Fort Myers, 4.4 stars from 244 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.7 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Tice Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Dryer Notes for Tice, FL
Most dryer calls in Tice 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Tice
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Tice, FL
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Before you call a Tice 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.