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 Lindenhurst list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lindenhurst NY
40 repair companies serve Lindenhurst from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Lindenhurst itself, and the rest are spread across Farmingdale (6), West Babylon (3), and West Islip (3). 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Master Tech Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lindenhurst. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Lindenhurst are Luxury Appliance Care (5.0 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SQServicers (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Massapequa, 4.1 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- 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
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lindenhurst. 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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.
Local Notes for Lindenhurst
Most washer calls in Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lindenhurst, NY
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Lindenhurst
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lindenhurst
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.