A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Viera East and the Brevard County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Viera East
Within 30 miles of Viera East there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Palm Bay (10), Melbourne (7), and Cocoa (6). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Affordable Appliance Repair, about 2.8 miles away. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Viera East. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.2, 5.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
At the top of the Viera East list: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (13.0 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (3.2 miles away, based in Melbourne, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); RMJP Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Merritt Island, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Viera East
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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 belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Local Notes for Viera East
Most dryer calls in Viera East 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 Viera East Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Viera East, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
Do you cover Viera East and nearby towns?
How much does dryer repair cost in Viera East?
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Viera East faster and cheaper.