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 Manorhaven that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Manorhaven NY
Within 30 miles of Manorhaven there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bronx (8), Great Neck (4), and Bayside (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 21 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. FixIt Appliance Crew is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Manorhaven. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manorhaven. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 30 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.3, 2.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 30 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Manorhaven list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Bronx, 4.3 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Bronx, 4.2 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carmen Appliances (7.8 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.8 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americare Appliance and HVAC Solutions (7.2 miles away, based in Bronx, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- 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
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Manorhaven. 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Manorhaven, NY
Most washer calls in Manorhaven 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 Manorhaven Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Manorhaven, NY
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.