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. The Westchase list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Westchase FL
Within 30 miles of Westchase there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Tampa (19), Clearwater (6), and Palm Harbor (4). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is APPLIANCE REPAIR AND SERVICE LLC, about 1.5 miles away. 12 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westchase. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
Closest matches for Westchase: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (3.5 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (2.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- 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
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Westchase, FL
Most washer calls in Westchase 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Westchase
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Westchase, FL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Westchase
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.