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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving University Park and the Miami-Dade County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near University Park
40 repair companies serve University Park from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Miami (31), Doral (5), and Coral Gables (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Of those, 4 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Martinez Service & Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from University Park. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for University Park are Flamingo Appliance Service (6.8 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Max Appliance Repair Miami (6.7 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Doral, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viga Appliances repair (5.3 miles away, based in Doral, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in University Park
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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
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?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What University Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in University Park 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 University Park Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: University Park, FL
Do you cover University Park and nearby towns?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Find Your Dryer Brand in University Park
Dryer Repair Near University Park
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 University Park technician a trip for parts.