When a washer quits in Glen Cove, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Glen Cove and the Nassau County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Glen Cove, NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Glen Cove. 2 list an address in Glen Cove, and other nearby bases include Garden City (5), Great Neck (4), and Hicksville (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Nearest on the list: Metrowide Appliance Repair Company, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glen Cove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
At the top of the Glen Cove list: RD Appliance Service, Corp. (10.0 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Bronx, 4.2 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Glen Cove Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Laundry Notes for Glen Cove, NY
Most washer calls in Glen Cove 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 Glen Cove
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Glen Cove, NY
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Before you call a Glen Cove 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.