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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near North Valley Stream, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Valley Stream NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Valley Stream. The rest are spread across Valley Stream (8), Rockville Centre (3), and Cambria Heights (2). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is Crestmont Appliance & Repair Masters, about 1.1 miles away. 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Valley Stream. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for North Valley Stream: PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (2.4 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (1.5 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Rosedale, 4.5 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
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.
What North Valley Stream Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in North Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Valley Stream, NY
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Valley Stream technician can then bring the right parts for either one.