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 Panama City list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
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17 repair companies serve Panama City from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Panama City, and the rest are spread across Panama City Beach (3), Destin (3), and Wewahitchka (1). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Independent Appliance, Inc. is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Panama City. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 17 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Panama City is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Panama City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 3.3, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
Closest matches for Panama City: Mr. Appliance of Bay & Walton Counties (18.3 miles away, based in Panama City Beach, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Elliott's Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Independent Appliance, Inc. (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 163 reviews); The Appliance Spot (43.2 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Panama City
Most washer calls in Panama City 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 Panama City
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Panama City, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Panama City technician can then bring the right parts for either one.