Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Olympia Heights list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Olympia Heights
Within 30 miles of Olympia Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Miami (27), Coral Gables (10), and Doral (2). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Premier Appliance Services, about 1.2 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Olympia Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.4, 1.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
Closest matches for Olympia Heights: Max Appliance Repair Miami (5.1 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Applianceteck (6.5 miles away, based in Miami, 4.6 stars from 438 reviews); Santallana Electronic,Corp (5.5 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (5.1 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- 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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Olympia Heights Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Olympia Heights 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 Olympia Heights Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Olympia Heights, FL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Olympia Heights
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Olympia Heights
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.