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. The Westwood Lakes list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Westwood Lakes, FL
Within 30 miles of Westwood Lakes there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Miami (37), Doral (2), and South Miami (1). The closest is TechSnap Solutions, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Westwood Lakes list: Flamingo Appliance Service (5.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Max Appliance Repair Miami (7.1 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Doral, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viga Appliances repair (6.9 miles away, based in Doral, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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 belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Westwood Lakes
Most dryer calls in Westwood Lakes 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.
Questions to Ask a Westwood Lakes Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Westwood Lakes, FL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which areas near Westwood Lakes do these technicians cover?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Westwood Lakes
Dryer Repair Near Westwood Lakes
Before you call a Westwood Lakes 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.