A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The North Babylon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Babylon NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Babylon. 1 list an address in North Babylon, and other nearby bases include Farmingdale (6), Brentwood (4), and West Islip (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Ideal North Babylon Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from North Babylon. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
At the top of the North Babylon list: Eddies Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (4.6 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (7.3 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in North Babylon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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 North Babylon, NY
Most washer calls in North Babylon 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 North Babylon Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Babylon, NY
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in North Babylon
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A North Babylon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.