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. The Lauderdale-by-the-Sea list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Other nearby bases include Pompano Beach (19), Fort Lauderdale (15), and Oakland Park (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Heritage Appliance Repair Cayuga is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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.
| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
At the top of the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea list: Oleg Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (5.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Century Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tri-City Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.6 stars from 108 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
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
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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Around Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Most washer calls in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 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 Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.