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. The Rocky Point list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rocky Point
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rocky Point. The rest are spread across Holtsville (3), Stony Brook (3), and Selden (2). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sound Beach Appliance Repair Master, around 2.9 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rocky Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 3.1, 4.9 |
At the top of the Rocky Point list: Eddies Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (3.1 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (12.8 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Rocky Point. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair 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.
What Rocky Point Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Rocky Point 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.
Questions to Ask a Rocky Point Washer Technician
- 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: Rocky Point, NY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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.