Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near East Shoreham, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Shoreham
Within 30 miles of East Shoreham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Riverhead (5), Holtsville (3), and Stony Brook (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. LJ Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from East Shoreham. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 5.7, 7.1 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
Closest matches for East Shoreham: Eddies Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (3.3 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (14.7 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in East Shoreham. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What East Shoreham Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in East Shoreham 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 East Shoreham
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Shoreham, NY
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Other Washer Repair in East Shoreham
Washer & Dryer Repair Near East Shoreham
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 East Shoreham technician can then bring the right parts for either one.