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 Pelican Bay that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Pelican Bay FL
Within 30 miles of Pelican Bay there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Naples (30) and Bonita Springs (10). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair & Installations, around 1.5 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pelican Bay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.2, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Pelican Bay: Mr. Appliance of Naples (4.2 miles away, based in Naples, 4.8 stars from 1,631 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Absolut Appliance Service (5.2 miles away, based in Naples, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gulfcoast Appliance Repair & Parts Today Center (2.2 miles away, based in Naples, 4.6 stars from 735 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Always Speedy Appliance Service, Inc. (2.3 miles away, based in Naples, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Pelican Bay. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Pelican Bay, FL
Most washer calls in Pelican 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Pelican Bay
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pelican Bay, FL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.