Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Tavares list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Tavares
40 repair companies serve Tavares from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Tavares, and the rest are spread across Clermont (10), Orlando (4), and Ocoee (3). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. APPLIANCE REPAIR OF LAKE COUNTY INC is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Tavares. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 6.4, 6.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
At the top of the Tavares list: Expert Home Service (15.5 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.8 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repairs (13.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.8 stars from 99 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Orlando, 4.8 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.7 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Tavares. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Tavares
Most washer calls in Tavares 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 Tavares
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tavares, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Tavares
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 Tavares technician can then bring the right parts for either one.