Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lake Grove that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lake Grove
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Grove. Other nearby bases include Bohemia (5), Hauppauge (4), and Holbrook (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Chekmate Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Lake Grove. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.6, 1.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Lake Grove: Eddies Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service (16.1 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in East Northport, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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 leaking from the bottom 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 boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Lake Grove
Most washer calls in Lake Grove 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 Grove
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Grove, NY
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Grove
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.