Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lake City and the Columbia County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Lake City, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake City. 1 list an address in Lake City, and other nearby bases include Gainesville (10), Orange Park (9), and Jacksonville (6). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. The closest is Appliance-Smarts, about 1.9 miles away. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Lake City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 15.7, 20.1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 58 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
Closest matches for Lake City: Avetis Appliance Repair Service (41.8 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.9 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in Gainesville, 4.6 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair (56.5 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake City
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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 Lake City
Most washer calls in Lake City 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 Lake City
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake City, FL
Why won't my washer drain?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lake City faster and cheaper.