A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Fairport list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fairport
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fairport. 2 of them are based in Fairport itself, and the rest are spread across Rochester (14), Bloomfield (2), and Clifton Springs (2). Nearest on the list: Terry Rickner Appliance Service & Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 25 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
Closest matches for Fairport: Register Appliance Service (2.3 miles away, based in East Rochester, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (8.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
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
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Fairport
Most washer calls in Fairport 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 Fairport
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairport, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fairport
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 Fairport technician can then bring the right parts for either one.