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 Palm Bay list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Palm Bay
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palm Bay. 10 of them are based in Palm Bay itself, and the rest are spread across Melbourne (7), Vero Beach (7), and Merritt Island (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Appliances Repair Zayas LLC, about 2.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.4, 3.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Palm Bay: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (8.5 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RMJP Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (23.7 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Merritt Island, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Palm Bay. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Palm Bay
Most washer calls in Palm Bay 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.
Before You Book in Palm Bay
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Palm Bay, FL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Palm Bay technician can then bring the right parts for either one.