A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Callaway, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Callaway
16 repair companies serve Callaway from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Panama City (4), Panama City Beach (3), and Destin (3). 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Doctor, around 3.8 miles out. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Callaway is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 4.7, 6.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
At the top of the Callaway list: Mr. Appliance of Bay & Walton Counties (22.0 miles away, based in Panama City Beach, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Elliott's Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Panama City, 4.5 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Independent Appliance, Inc. (4.7 miles away, based in Panama City, 4.4 stars from 163 reviews); The Appliance Spot (47.2 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Callaway. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Callaway Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Callaway 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Callaway
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Callaway, FL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Callaway
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.