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 Saranac Lake that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Saranac Lake NY
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Saranac Lake. The rest are spread across Plattsburgh (3), Tupper Lake (1), and Shelburne (1). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Adk Appliance Repair, around 18.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 11 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Saranac Lake is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention washer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.2, 39.4, 40.4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
At the top of the Saranac Lake list: Advanced Appliance (52.0 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.9 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.6 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marcotte Appliance (44.8 miles away, based in Shelburne, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Saranac Lake, NY
Most washer calls in Saranac Lake 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 Saranac Lake
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Saranac Lake, NY
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Saranac Lake technician can then bring the right parts for either one.