Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Commack that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Commack
Within 30 miles of Commack there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Commack, and the rest are spread across Hauppauge (6), Brentwood (6), and East Northport (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Iron Commack Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
At the top of the Commack list: Eddies Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service (7.7 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in East Northport, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (9.1 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Commack, NY
Most washer calls in Commack 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 Commack
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Commack, NY
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Commack
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Commack technician can then bring the right parts for either one.