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 Palatka that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Palatka FL
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palatka. 3 of them are based in Palatka itself, and the rest are spread across St. Augustine (15), Palm Coast (9), and Green Cove Springs (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Reliable Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Palatka. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 30 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.4, 2.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Palatka list: Help Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in St. Augustine, 4.8 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); St Augustine Appliance & Refrigerator Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Palm Coast, 4.6 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Augustine (26.6 miles away, based in St. Augustine, 4.8 stars from 195 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Jax (29.9 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 5.0 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Palatka. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Palatka
Most washer calls in Palatka 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 Palatka
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Palatka, FL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Palatka technician can then bring the right parts for either one.