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 Ravena list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Ravena
Within 30 miles of Ravena there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Schenectady (13), Albany (7), and Latham (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Appliance Technician Services Inc, about 3.8 miles away. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 9.7, 12.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 40 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
The leading options for Ravena are Appliance Technician Services Inc (3.8 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Hudson, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Ravena, NY
Most washer calls in Ravena 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.
Before You Book in Ravena
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ravena, NY
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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 Ravena technician can then bring the right parts for either one.