A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Plainview list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Plainview, NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Plainview. 2 list an address in Plainview, and other nearby bases include Farmingdale (6), Huntington (5), and Hicksville (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. RD Appliance Service, Corp. is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Plainview. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
Closest matches for Plainview: RD Appliance Service, Corp. (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SQServicers (7.3 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews); Luxury Appliance Care (4.0 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- 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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Plainview, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Plainview, NY
Most washer calls in Plainview 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 Plainview
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Plainview, NY
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Plainview
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Before you call a Plainview 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.