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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Port Washington that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Port Washington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Port Washington. 2 list an address in Port Washington, and the rest are spread across Garden City (5), Great Neck (4), and Westbury (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Davis Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Washington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Port Washington list: Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Queens Village, 4.4 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Locust Valley (5.3 miles away, based in Locust Valley, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- 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
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
What Port Washington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Port Washington 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 Port Washington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Port Washington, NY
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Port Washington
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.