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 Oldsmar list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Oldsmar FL
40 repair companies serve Oldsmar from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Oldsmar, and the rest are spread across Clearwater (15), Palm Harbor (7), and Tampa (7). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County, around 0.8 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.5, 2.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 32 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Oldsmar are Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (0.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Family Appliance (7.7 miles away, based in Dunedin, 4.6 stars from 108 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (5.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Oldsmar. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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 Oldsmar
Most washer calls in Oldsmar 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 Oldsmar
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Oldsmar, FL
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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.