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 Miller Place that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Miller Place
Within 30 miles of Miller Place there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Miller Place itself, and other nearby bases include Holbrook (4), Stony Brook (3), and Holtsville (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Sound Beach Appliance Repair Master, around 0.4 miles out. 2 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 27 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.3, 3.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
The leading options for Miller Place are Eddies Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (5.1 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service (23.3 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (12.2 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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 not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Miller Place. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Miller Place, NY
Most washer calls in Miller Place 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Miller Place
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Miller Place, NY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.