Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Tampa list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Tampa
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tampa. 36 list an address in Tampa, and the rest are spread across Brandon (3) and Temple Terrace (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 13 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Seminole Heights Restaurant Equipment Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.8, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
First up for Tampa: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (4.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (8.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (3.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Tampa Owners Should Know
City of Tampa Water Department (mainly Hillsborough River), which supplies Tampa, reports hardness of average total hardness about 186 mg/L (10.9 grains per gallon), hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Tampa Water Department - 2022 Water Quality Report
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.
Before You Book in Tampa
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Tampa, FL
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Before you call a Tampa 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.