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 Lake Carmel that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lake Carmel
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Carmel. The rest are spread across New Windsor (6), Danbury (5), and Mahopac (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. Mr Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Lake Carmel. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 5.1, 5.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
At the top of the Lake Carmel list: Sultan Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Mahopac, 4.9 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fairfield CT (24.3 miles away, based in Stamford, 4.9 stars from 1,199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Vails Gate, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Danbury, 4.6 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lake Carmel. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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.
Around Lake Carmel
Most washer calls in Lake Carmel 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 Lake Carmel
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Carmel, NY
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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.