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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Ronkonkoma that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Ronkonkoma NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ronkonkoma. 2 of them are based in Ronkonkoma itself, and the rest are spread across Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Hauppauge (4). High-End Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Ronkonkoma. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ronkonkoma. 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) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
At the top of the Ronkonkoma list: Eddies Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (5.4 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (15.2 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (6.0 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ronkonkoma. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Ronkonkoma
Most washer calls in Ronkonkoma 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 Ronkonkoma
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ronkonkoma, NY
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Ronkonkoma technician can then bring the right parts for either one.