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 New Square list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, New Square NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Square. Other nearby bases include Spring Valley (4), New City (2), and Nanuet (2). 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Top Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from New Square. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from New Square. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
At the top of the New Square list: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (12.0 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freedome Breeze Tarrytown Applince Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Tarrytown, 4.6 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (15.0 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Medic (2.4 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- 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
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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 spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around New Square
Most washer calls in New Square 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 New Square Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Square, NY
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in New Square
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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.