Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of North Lindenhurst that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near North Lindenhurst
Within 30 miles of North Lindenhurst there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Farmingdale (6), Melville (4), and Lindenhurst (3). 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is SQServicers, about 0.3 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Lindenhurst. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 1.0 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
The leading options for North Lindenhurst are Luxury Appliance Care (3.3 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (7.4 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SQServicers (0.3 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in North Lindenhurst. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Local Notes for North Lindenhurst
Most washer calls in North Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Lindenhurst, NY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Lindenhurst technician can then bring the right parts for either one.