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 West Babylon that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, West Babylon NY
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of West Babylon. 3 of them are based in West Babylon itself, and other nearby bases include Farmingdale (6), Melville (4), and Lindenhurst (3). Nearest on the list: Local West Babylon Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
Closest matches for West Babylon: Eddies Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (3.9 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Tech Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (8.2 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for West Babylon
Most washer calls in West Babylon 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near West Babylon
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: West Babylon, NY
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.