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 Lighthouse Point list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lighthouse Point
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lighthouse Point. 1 of them are based in Lighthouse Point itself, and the rest are spread across Pompano Beach (21), Boca Raton (7), and Deerfield Beach (4). Local Home Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Lighthouse Point. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lighthouse Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.6 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
The leading options for Lighthouse Point are Oleg Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Vents + Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 772 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (10.9 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abe's Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- 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?
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 Lighthouse Point
Most washer calls in Lighthouse Point 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.
Before You Book in Lighthouse Point
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Lighthouse Point, FL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lighthouse Point
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 Lighthouse Point technician can then bring the right parts for either one.