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 Garden City list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Garden City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garden City. 5 of them are based in Garden City itself, and other nearby bases include Hempstead (7), Westbury (4), and East Meadow (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Mineola Appliance & Repair Pros, about 0.4 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Garden City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
The leading options for Garden City are Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (3.1 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (5.4 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Garden City. 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Garden City
Incorporated Village of Garden City Water Department, which supplies Garden City, reports hardness of total hardness about 31-64 mg/L (soft to moderately hard) in 2023 testing. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Village of Garden City Annual Drinking Water Quality Report 2023
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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Garden City
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Garden City, NY
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Other Washer Repair in Garden City
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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 Garden City technician can then bring the right parts for either one.