Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Chestnut Ridge, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Chestnut Ridge
Within 30 miles of Chestnut Ridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Spring Valley (4), Ridgewood (3), and Montvale (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Technologies Montvale, around 1.8 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.8, 1.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
Closest matches for Chestnut Ridge: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (7.8 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freedome Breeze Tarrytown Applince Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Tarrytown, 4.6 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (12.0 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (12.8 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Chestnut Ridge, NY
Most washer calls in Chestnut Ridge 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Chestnut Ridge
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chestnut Ridge, NY
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
More Washing Machine Repair in Chestnut Ridge, NY
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Chestnut Ridge
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.