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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Doral that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Doral FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Doral. 5 list an address in Doral, and the rest are spread across Miami (18), Hialeah (14), and Miami Springs (2). The closest is Viga Appliances repair, about 0.5 miles away. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Doral. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.5, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
At the top of the Doral list: Max Appliance Repair Miami (7.6 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Hialeah, 4.6 stars from 259 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viga Appliances repair (0.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Doral. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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 Doral
Most washer calls in Doral 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 Doral Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Doral, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
More Washing Machine Repair in Doral, FL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Doral
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 Doral technician can then bring the right parts for either one.