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 Gardens that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Miami Gardens
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Miami Gardens. 5 list an address in Miami Gardens, and the rest are spread across Miramar (10), Miami (7), and Opa-locka (6). Miami Gardens Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Miami Gardens. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Miami Gardens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 2.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Miami Gardens list: Max Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Hallandale Beach, 5.0 stars from 1,024 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Express Xpert - Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in North Miami Beach, 5.0 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Hialeah, 4.6 stars from 259 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Repair Service Provider (2.4 miles away, based in Opa-locka, 4.9 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- 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
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Laundry Notes for Miami Gardens, FL
Most washer calls in Miami Gardens 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.
Questions to Ask a Miami Gardens Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Miami Gardens, FL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.