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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Franklin Square and the Nassau County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Franklin Square
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin Square. 2 of them are based in Franklin Square itself, and other nearby bases include Valley Stream (8), Hempstead (7), and Garden City (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Meadow Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Franklin Square. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Square. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Franklin Square: Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (1.3 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (3.0 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin Square
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Franklin Square
Before replacing a washer in Franklin Square, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Franklin Square
Most washer calls in Franklin Square 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 Franklin Square
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Franklin Square, NY
Which areas near Franklin Square do these technicians cover?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Franklin Square
Washing Machine Repair Near Franklin Square
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Franklin Square technician a trip for parts.