Building rules
Many condo and apartment buildings ask for advance notice, a reserved service elevator or the contractor's details before a repair visit. Check with management before you book a time.
North Miami Beach, Florida
Appliance repair in North Miami Beach
North Miami Beach mixes 1950s and 1960s houses with mid-size and high-rise condo buildings. Whichever you live in, one call connects you with an independent contractor for refrigerator, washer, dryer or dishwasher repair in five covered ZIP codes.
About the area
Where North Miami Beach is
North Miami Beach is an incorporated city in northeast Miami-Dade County. Despite the name, most of the city is on the mainland. It borders North Miami to the southeast, Golden Glades to the southwest, Miami Gardens to the west, Ojus to the north and Aventura to the northeast. Sunny Isles Beach lies to the east across the Intracoastal Waterway.
Hurricanes have shaped the area's history. In 1926 Carl Fisher's Fulford–Miami Speedway was destroyed by that year's Miami hurricane after hosting just one race. Storm preparation is still part of homeownership here, and that includes appliances, as the hurricane section below explains.
Local homes
Homes in North Miami Beach and what they mean for appliance repair
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020–2024 estimates) counts about 17,500 homes in North Miami Beach, with roughly 43,900 residents. About 38% are single-family detached houses, 5% are attached homes such as townhouses, and 54% are in buildings with two or more units, including 29% in large buildings of 50 or more units. About 3% are mobile or manufactured homes.
The median home in North Miami Beach was built in 1967, so many kitchens and laundry areas have been remodeled at least once. Appliance openings, water lines and dryer vent routes don't always match today's standard sizes, so measuring the space and noting anything unusual helps the contractor come prepared.
Renters make up about 48% of occupied homes. If you rent, check your lease and contact your landlord or property manager before arranging a repair, because many leases say who is responsible for appliances. If you own your home, or your landlord asks you to arrange the visit, one call connects you with an independent contractor.
Leaks travel
In multi-unit buildings, a leaking washer, dishwasher or refrigerator water line can reach the unit below. Know where your unit's shut-off valves are.
Older dryer outlets
Older homes may have a 3-prong dryer outlet, while newer electric dryers are usually set up for 4-prong. Note your outlet type when you call.
Local guide
Older houses, newer condos and storm season
Half of the homes in North Miami Beach were built in 1967 or earlier, which makes it one of the older communities on this site. In older houses, check the basics before you call. Make sure the outlet works, the breaker hasn't tripped and the water valves behind the washer are fully open. Older homes may also have a 3-prong dryer outlet, while newer electric dryers usually come set up for 4-prong. That's worth mentioning if you're replacing a dryer.
About three in ten homes are in buildings with 50 or more units. In those buildings, repair visits work best when you've already checked the management rules on contractor access and service elevators. A leak is more urgent there too, because water can reach the unit below.
During hurricane season, keep a thermometer in the refrigerator and freezer and know where your water shut-off valves are. Write down your appliance model numbers. If something won't restart after an outage, plug appliances back in one at a time and note any error codes before you call. Miami-Dade County publishes official storm guidance on its hurricane preparedness page.
Appliances
Refrigerator, washer, dryer and dishwasher repair in North Miami Beach
These are the four appliances we connect homeowners for. Each guide explains common problems, safe checks and when to call.
Refrigerator repair in North Miami Beach
Not cooling, leaking, ice maker problems or new noises. Built-in and counter-depth models are common in condo kitchens; mention it if yours sits flush with the cabinets.
Refrigerator repair guideWasher repair in North Miami Beach
Won't drain or spin, leaking, shaking or not starting. Stacked and compact washers are common in condo closets; note the exact model and how the unit is installed.
Washer repair guideDryer repair in North Miami Beach
No heat, long drying times, loud noises or not starting. Some buildings maintain shared dryer ducts; ask management who cleans the duct for your unit.
Dryer repair guideDishwasher repair in North Miami Beach
Not draining, not cleaning, leaking or showing an error code. If you see water, turn off the supply valve under the sink; leaks can reach the unit below.
Dishwasher repair guideCoverage
North Miami Beach ZIP codes we cover
These ZIP codes overlap North Miami Beach in Census Bureau ZIP code area data and are on our current coverage list. Our coverage data lists 33160 under the name North Miami Beach and the other four under Miami, but Census data places part of each one inside the city.
- 33162
- 33160
- 33179
- 33181
- 33169
How it works in North Miami Beach
- Call (786) 905-0804 and tell us which appliance is acting up, what you're noticing and your ZIP code.
- Your call is connected with an independent appliance repair contractor who serves your area.
- You discuss the diagnosis, pricing and timing directly with the contractor and decide whether to go ahead.
- Before work begins, confirm the contractor's license and insurance for the job.
Have this ready when you call
- Your ZIP code and any gate, building or parking instructions.
- The appliance type, brand and model number.
- What it's doing, any error code, and when it started.
- Where it is: kitchen, laundry closet, garage or utility room.
Questions
North Miami Beach appliance repair questions
Why are some North Miami Beach ZIP codes listed under Miami?
Postal city names and city limits don't always match. Our coverage data lists 33160 as North Miami Beach and 33162, 33179, 33181 and 33169 as Miami, but Census ZIP code area data shows that each one includes part of North Miami Beach. All five are on our coverage list.
My condo's dishwasher leaked. What should I do first?
Stop the cycle, turn off the water supply valve under the sink, and unplug the dishwasher if it's safe to do so. Then wipe up what you can. In a multi-unit building, let management know if water may have reached a neighbor. After that, call to be connected with a contractor.
Do you cover Aventura or Sunny Isles Beach?
This page covers North Miami Beach only. We don't make coverage claims for other cities by name. If your ZIP code is on our list, the checker on this page will confirm it.
Which North Miami Beach ZIP codes are covered?
Our current coverage list includes 33162, 33160, 33179, 33181 and 33169, which overlap North Miami Beach according to Census Bureau ZIP code area data. Our coverage data lists 33160 under the name North Miami Beach and the other four under Miami, but Census data places part of each one inside the city. Coverage can change, so enter your ZIP code in the checker on this page each time you need help.
I rent in North Miami Beach. Can I still call?
Yes, but check your lease first. About 48% of homes in North Miami Beach are rented, and many leases say the landlord or property manager arranges appliance repairs. If you're responsible for the repair, call and we'll connect you with an independent contractor.
Nearby communities we cover
Sources and further reading
- North Miami Beach: American Community Survey profileU.S. Census Bureau. Population and housing estimates (2020–2024 ACS 5-year), including home types, year built and owner-occupancy.
- 2020 Census relationship files (ZIP Code Tabulation Areas to places)U.S. Census Bureau. How each ZIP code area overlaps each city and Census-designated place; used to match ZIP codes to communities.
- Are You Storing Food Safely?U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Refrigerator at 40°F or below, freezer at 0°F; appliance thermometers.
- Appliance and Electrical Fire SafetyU.S. Fire Administration. Failure to clean is the leading factor in home clothes dryer fires.
- Hurricanes: plans, kits and checklistsMiami-Dade County. Local hurricane preparation and evacuation information.
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