Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Selden list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Selden
Within 30 miles of Selden there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Selden itself, and other nearby bases include Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Holtsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Fix It Guys Handyman Service, about 0.3 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Selden are Eddies Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (10.5 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (7.9 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (7.4 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Selden
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Selden
Most washer calls in Selden 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 Selden Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Selden
Before you call a Selden 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.