Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Great Neck Plaza, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Great Neck Plaza
40 repair companies serve Great Neck Plaza from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Flushing (7), Great Neck (4), and Bayside (3). The closest is Grandview Appliance Repair Response, about 0.0 miles away. Of those, 17 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Great Neck Plaza. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 0.6, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Great Neck Plaza: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dynamic Appliance Repair Inc (5.2 miles away, based in Hollis, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Jericho (4.2 miles away, based in Bellerose, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Great Neck Plaza
What Gets Fixed on a Great Neck Plaza Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
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
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
What Great Neck Plaza Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Great Neck Plaza 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 Great Neck Plaza
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Great Neck Plaza, NY
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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 Great Neck Plaza technician a trip for parts.