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. The Mount Vernon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Bronx (16), Yonkers (10), and Mt Vernon (3). 15 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Dockery's Appliance Repair Service, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 22 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 23 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 1.0 |
First up for Mount Vernon: Carmen Appliances (0.7 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.8 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (3.9 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (2.2 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americare Appliance and HVAC Solutions (1.7 miles away, based in Bronx, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mount Vernon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Mount Vernon, NY
Most washer calls in Mount Vernon 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Mount Vernon
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, NY
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
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.