Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Palm Harbor, FL
Within 30 miles of Palm Harbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Palm Harbor itself, and the rest are spread across Clearwater (14), Holiday (7), and Tarpon Springs (5). Gulf Coast Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Palm Harbor. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm Harbor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.4, 2.0 |
Closest matches for Palm Harbor: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (6.0 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (10.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pasco County (10.7 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.7 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Palm Harbor
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Palm Harbor
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Palm Harbor Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Palm Harbor 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 Palm Harbor
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Palm Harbor, FL
Is there anything I can try first?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Palm Harbor
Washing Machine Repair Near Palm Harbor
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 Palm Harbor technician a trip for parts.