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. The Yonkers list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Yonkers
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Yonkers. 10 of them are based in Yonkers itself, and other nearby bases include Bronx (8), Mt Vernon (3), and Bergenfield (3). 11 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is FASTECH 2000® CORPORATION, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Yonkers. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention washer work | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
Closest matches for Yonkers: Appliance Doctor (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carmen Appliances (3.4 miles away, based in Mt Vernon, 4.8 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Americare Appliance and HVAC Solutions (4.3 miles away, based in Bronx, 5.0 stars from 36 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Yonkers Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Yonkers 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 Yonkers Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Yonkers technician a trip for parts.