Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Altamonte Springs that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Altamonte Springs FL
Within 30 miles of Altamonte Springs there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Altamonte Springs, and the rest are spread across Orlando (12), Winter Park (7), and Longwood (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Altamonte Springs. Of those, 14 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.3, 1.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 20 |
First up for Altamonte Springs: Hartman's Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Orlando (6.5 miles away, based in Winter Park, 4.5 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.6 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Altamonte Springs
Most washer calls in Altamonte Springs come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Altamonte Springs
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Altamonte Springs, FL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Altamonte Springs technician can then bring the right parts for either one.