Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Fort Meade list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fort Meade
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Meade. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Plant City (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Countywide Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 11.5 miles from Fort Meade. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.5, 14.6, 14.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Fort Meade list: Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (20.4 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (18.6 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (19.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Fort Meade Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Meade, FL
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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 Fort Meade technician can then bring the right parts for either one.