Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Glens Falls and the Warren County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Glens Falls
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Glens Falls. Other nearby bases include Schenectady (11), Queensbury (3), and Clifton Park (3). Distances run up to about 40 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.0 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Glens Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.3, 3.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 59 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Glens Falls: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (24.9 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Greenwich, 4.4 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Queensbury, lists Saturday hours); Rutland Appliances (40.3 miles away, based in Rutland, 4.8 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Glens Falls Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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 Glens Falls
Most washer calls in Glens Falls 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.
Questions to Ask a Glens Falls Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Glens Falls, NY
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Glens Falls
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Before you call a Glens Falls 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.