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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Merrick and the Nassau County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Merrick
40 repair companies serve Merrick from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Merrick, and other nearby bases include Hempstead (7), Freeport (6), and Rockville Centre (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Appliance Repair Merrick is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Merrick. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Merrick. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Merrick: Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (6.2 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (7.9 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Massapequa, 4.1 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - 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:
- 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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 Merrick
Most washer calls in Merrick 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 Merrick
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Merrick, NY
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I check before calling?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Merrick
Before you call a Merrick 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.