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. The Lealman list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Lealman
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lealman. Other nearby bases include St. Petersburg (27), Largo (3), and Pinellas Park (2). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. American Appliance Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Lealman. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
At the top of the Lealman list: American Appliance Inc (0.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same-Day Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (12.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lealman, FL
Most washer calls in Lealman 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.
Questions to Ask a Lealman Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lealman, FL
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I check before calling?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Lealman
Washing Machine Repair Near Lealman
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lealman faster and cheaper.