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 Tamarac list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Tamarac
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tamarac. 9 list an address in Tamarac, and the rest are spread across Sunrise (9), Coral Springs (9), and Margate (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is APPLIANCE SERVICE SOLUTIONS, CORP, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tamarac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.0, 1.1 |
The leading options for Tamarac are Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances N' Things (3.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oleg Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JustOn Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
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Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Tamarac, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Tamarac Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Tamarac 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 Tamarac Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Tamarac, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why is my washer leaking?
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Before you call a Tamarac 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.