Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Temple Terrace that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Temple Terrace
Within 30 miles of Temple Terrace there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Temple Terrace itself, and the rest are spread across Tampa (29), Brandon (6), and Thonotosassa (2). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.9, 3.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Temple Terrace: A Dichristopher Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (6.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (9.0 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 leaking from the bottom 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Temple Terrace
Most washer calls in Temple Terrace 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Temple Terrace
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Temple Terrace, FL
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.