A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Avon Park and the Highlands County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Avon Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Avon Park. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (15), Winter Haven (5), and Sebring (4). Distances run up to about 47 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 7.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Avon Park is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.0, 10.6, 11.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
The leading options for Avon Park are Mr. Appliance of Highlands, Hardee and Southern Polk County (11.7 miles away, based in Sebring, 4.9 stars from 548 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (32.8 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (48.2 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (40.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Avon Park
Washer calls in Avon Park most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Avon Park Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Avon Park, FL
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Which areas near Avon Park do these technicians cover?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Dryer Repair in Avon Park
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Avon Park
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Avon Park technician gets at the parts.