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 North Merrick list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Merrick NY
Within 30 miles of North Merrick there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Hempstead (7), Freeport (6), and Westbury (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Roosevelt, around 1.5 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Merrick. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
At the top of the North Merrick list: Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (5.3 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (7.6 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for North Merrick
Most washer calls in North Merrick 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 North Merrick
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Merrick, NY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.