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 Miami that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Miami
40 repair companies serve Miami from within 30 miles. 29 of them are based in Miami itself, and other nearby bases include Coral Gables (9) and Miami Beach (2). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Techniservices Technology, around 1.1 miles out. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Miami. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
Closest matches for Miami: Max Appliance Repair Miami (4.0 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Starchenko Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Miami Beach, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help and Repair LLC (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Miami. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Miami
Most washer calls in Miami 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 Miami
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Miami, FL
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Miami
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.