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 East Rochester that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near East Rochester
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of East Rochester. 1 list an address in East Rochester, and the rest are spread across Rochester (14), Fairport (2), and Bloomfield (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Register Appliance Service, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 25 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.6, 2.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
Closest matches for East Rochester: Register Appliance Service (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (5.9 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 East Rochester
Most washer calls in East Rochester 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 Rochester
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Rochester, NY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.