A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The Westchase list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Westchase
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Westchase. The rest are spread across Tampa (19), Clearwater (6), and Palm Harbor (4). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 12 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. APPLIANCE REPAIR AND SERVICE LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Westchase. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westchase. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
First up for Westchase: APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (1.9 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (3.5 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Westchase
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Westchase Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Westchase 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 Westchase
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Westchase, FL
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Before you call a Westchase 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.