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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near New York, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New York
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of New York. The rest are spread across Brooklyn (32), Ridgewood (2), and Middle Village (2). Distances run up to about 3 miles. Washer & Dryer Repair Pro is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from New York. Of those, 16 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6 |
First up for New York: Express Repair New York (0.8 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 2,471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Old Appliance Service (0.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews); M&K Appliance Repair Brownsville (2.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Middle Village, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in New York. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 New York, NY
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), which supplies New York, reports hardness of averages about 25 mg/L as CaCO3 (roughly 1 grain per gallon; sampled range 16-90 mg/L), which the report classes as soft. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: New York City Drinking Water Supply and Quality Report 2024 (NYC DEP)
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.
Before You Book in New York
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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 York, NY
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in New York
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New York
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.