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 Inverness Highlands South list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Inverness Highlands South FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Inverness Highlands South. The rest are spread across Spring Hill (7), Belleview (6), and Brooksville (5). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service Inverness, around 2.3 miles out. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 2.4, 4.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
First up for Inverness Highlands South: Beacon Services & Appliances (12.6 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 1,467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.7 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Homosassa, 4.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Inverness, 3.0 stars from 24 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Inverness Highlands South
Most washer calls in Inverness Highlands South 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 Inverness Highlands South
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Inverness Highlands South, FL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.