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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Dobbs Ferry that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Dobbs Ferry NY
40 repair companies serve Dobbs Ferry from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Yonkers (10), White Plains (3), and Mt Vernon (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Palisades Affordable Appliance Repair Tech, around 2.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.9, 3.2 |
At the top of the Dobbs Ferry list: Freedome Breeze Tarrytown Applince Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Tarrytown, 4.6 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (3.6 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (5.4 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carmen Appliances (7.7 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.8 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Dobbs Ferry. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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.
Around Dobbs Ferry
Most washer calls in Dobbs Ferry 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.
Before You Book in Dobbs Ferry
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dobbs Ferry, NY
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Dobbs Ferry
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dobbs Ferry
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 Dobbs Ferry technician can then bring the right parts for either one.