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 Syosset list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Syosset
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Syosset. 3 of them are based in Syosset itself, and the rest are spread across Farmingdale (6), Huntington (5), and Hicksville (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Thermador Haven Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Syosset. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Syosset list: RD Appliance Service, Corp. (2.3 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (6.6 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.4 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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 Syosset
Before replacing a washer in Syosset, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What Syosset Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Syosset 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 Syosset
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Syosset, NY
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Which areas near Syosset do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Find Your Washer Brand in Syosset
More Washing Machine Repair Pages Nearby
Before you call a Syosset 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.