Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Manhasset, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Manhasset
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Manhasset. The rest are spread across Garden City (5), Great Neck (4), and Westbury (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 11 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Repair Porter - Manhasset, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manhasset. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.6, 1.7 |
The leading options for Manhasset are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in New Hyde Park, 4.6 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dynamic Appliance Repair Inc (6.1 miles away, based in Hollis, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Jericho (4.5 miles away, based in Bellerose, 4.9 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Manhasset
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Manhasset
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Manhasset, NY
Most washer calls in Manhasset 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Manhasset
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Manhasset, NY
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Before you call a Manhasset 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.