Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Gloversville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Gloversville NY
Within 30 miles of Gloversville there are 30 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Gloversville itself, and the rest are spread across Schenectady (12), Amsterdam (3), and Scotia (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Adirondack Grill Doctor, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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 washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.3, 10.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 30 |
The leading options for Gloversville are Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (28.2 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); DADs Appliance Repair and More (10.9 miles away, based in Hagaman, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); North Country Appliance Repair, LLC (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Gloversville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Gloversville
Most washer calls in Gloversville 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.
Questions to Ask a Gloversville Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gloversville, NY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in Gloversville
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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.