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 St. Augustine that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, St. Augustine FL
40 repair companies serve St. Augustine from within 30 miles. 15 of them are based in St. Augustine itself, and other nearby bases include Jacksonville (8), Ponte Vedra Beach (6), and Palm Coast (5). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Mirevona Appliance Repair St. Augustine is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from St. Augustine. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Augustine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 53 |
First up for St. Augustine: Help Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of St. Augustine (10.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 195 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ST AUGUSTINE APPLIANCE REPAIR SERVICE (3.1 miles away, 3.9 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Jax (17.1 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 5.0 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for St. Augustine
Most washer calls in St. Augustine 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.
Questions to Ask a St. Augustine Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Augustine, FL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. Augustine
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 St. Augustine technician can then bring the right parts for either one.