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 Jericho that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Jericho
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Jericho. The rest are spread across Hicksville (4), Westbury (4), and Garden City (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Jericho are RD Appliance Service, Corp. (4.0 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (7.4 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Laundry Notes for Jericho, NY
Most washer calls in Jericho 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 Jericho
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jericho, NY
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Jericho technician can then bring the right parts for either one.