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 Combee Settlement that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Combee Settlement
40 repair companies serve Combee Settlement from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Zephyrhills (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Cannon's Appliance Service L.L.C, about 2.0 miles away. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Combee Settlement. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.7, 2.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
Closest matches for Combee Settlement: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (3.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Perfect Appliance Repair Tampa (23.3 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Upfix (25.8 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.9 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Combee Settlement. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Combee Settlement
Most washer calls in Combee Settlement 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.
Questions to Ask a Combee Settlement Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Combee Settlement, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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.