A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near East Rockaway
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of East Rockaway. Other nearby bases include Valley Stream (8), Freeport (4), and Oceanside (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is AFCO HOME APPLIANCE, about 0.8 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
At the top of the East Rockaway list: PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (2.8 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (2.3 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (2.3 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 East Rockaway Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in East Rockaway 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 East Rockaway
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: East Rockaway, NY
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Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why is there water left in my washer?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
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Before you call a East Rockaway technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.