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 East Lake and the Pinellas County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Lake
Within 30 miles of East Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Palm Harbor (7), Holiday (7), and New Port Richey (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Of those, 10 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: FixFox Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 3.8 |
Closest matches for East Lake: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (5.7 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pasco County (8.5 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.7 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Family Appliance (9.7 miles away, based in Dunedin, 4.6 stars from 108 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in East Lake
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for East Lake, FL
Washer calls in East Lake 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near East Lake
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Lake, FL
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Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the East Lake technician gets at the parts.