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 Silver Springs Shores list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
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Within 30 miles of Silver Springs Shores there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Ocala (14), Belleview (6), and Inverness (3). 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Ocala Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Silver Springs Shores. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Silver Springs Shores. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 4.5, 4.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
At the top of the Silver Springs Shores list: Beacon Services & Appliances (27.6 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 1,467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.7 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Marion County (9.7 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.6 stars from 920 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Ocala (9.5 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.8 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Silver Springs Shores. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Silver Springs Shores
Most washer calls in Silver Springs Shores 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 Silver Springs Shores
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Silver Springs Shores, FL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Silver Springs Shores technician can then bring the right parts for either one.