Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Ruskin, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ruskin
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ruskin. 4 of them are based in Ruskin itself, and the rest are spread across St. Petersburg (11), Riverview (7), and Tampa (4). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. The closest is Quality Complete Home Services Inc, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.3, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
At the top of the Ruskin list: Appliance Doctor Pro (12.0 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (16.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (15.6 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (13.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Around Ruskin
Most washer calls in Ruskin 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 Ruskin
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ruskin, FL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ruskin
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 Ruskin technician can then bring the right parts for either one.