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. The East Farmingdale list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Farmingdale
Within 30 miles of East Farmingdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Farmingdale (6), Melville (4), and Lindenhurst (3). Firm Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from East Farmingdale. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 28 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.6, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for East Farmingdale: Luxury Appliance Care (1.4 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (5.0 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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.
What East Farmingdale Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in East Farmingdale 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 East Farmingdale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Farmingdale, NY
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.