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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Port Salerno, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Port Salerno FL
40 repair companies serve Port Salerno from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Port St. Lucie (10), Stuart (7), and Jupiter (7). Distances run up to about 26 miles. 12 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Appliance Doctors, about 2.4 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.9, 4.0 |
The leading options for Port Salerno are Appliance Care (13.3 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 561 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair American (8.8 miles away, based in Stuart, 4.9 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Port Saint Lucie (15.1 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.8 stars from 88 reviews); Nicks appliance llc (12.8 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What Port Salerno Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Port Salerno 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 Port Salerno
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Port Salerno, FL
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.