Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The West Hempstead list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near West Hempstead
Within 30 miles of West Hempstead there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in West Hempstead, and the rest are spread across Hempstead (7), Valley Stream (7), and Garden City (5). Repair Porter Inc. is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from West Hempstead. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.4 |
At the top of the West Hempstead list: PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (3.6 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in West Hempstead. 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 pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for West Hempstead
Most washer calls in West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Hempstead, NY
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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 West Hempstead technician can then bring the right parts for either one.