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 Poughkeepsie that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Poughkeepsie
32 repair companies serve Poughkeepsie from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Poughkeepsie, and other nearby bases include New Windsor (6), Mahopac (3), and Beacon (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Poughkeepsie. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 7.6, 8.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
Closest matches for Poughkeepsie: Slicker's Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Middletown, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Vails Gate, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sultan Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Mahopac, 4.9 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Poughkeepsie. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsies' Water Treatment Facility (owned and operated by the City and Town of Poughkeepsie), which supplies Poughkeepsie, reports hardness of 74.5 mg/L average (about 4.4 grains per gallon; range 57-120 mg/L) — moderately hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Dutchess County: 2025 Annual Water Quality Report, Poughkeepsies' Water Treatment Facility
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.
Before You Book in Poughkeepsie
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Poughkeepsie, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Poughkeepsie
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Poughkeepsie
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.