A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. Below are the companies within reach of Lake Magdalene, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Lake Magdalene
Within 30 miles of Lake Magdalene there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Tampa (29), Lutz (4), and Land O' Lakes (4). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The Appliance Cleaners LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Lake Magdalene. 11 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 1.5 |
The leading options for Lake Magdalene are APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (6.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (9.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (2.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (8.5 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake Magdalene
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Lake Magdalene, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Lake Magdalene
Most washer calls in Lake Magdalene 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 Lake Magdalene
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Magdalene, FL
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Lake Magdalene technician a trip for parts.