When a washer quits in Lakeland, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Lakeland list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Lakeland, FL
Within 30 miles of Lakeland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Lakeland, and other nearby bases include Winter Haven (5), Zephyrhills (5), and Plant City (2). 9 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Kevin Jenkins Appliance Specialists, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
Closest matches for Lakeland: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (1.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (5.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (17.5 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lakeland, FL
Most washer calls in Lakeland 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 Lakeland
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lakeland, FL
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Before you call a Lakeland technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.