When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Batavia listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Batavia
Within 30 miles of Batavia there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Batavia, and the rest are spread across Rochester (8), Williamsville (3), and Depew (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Ben's Appliance Inc. is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Batavia. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.6, 25.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
At the top of the Batavia list: Ben's Appliance Inc. (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rochester Appliance (29.3 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.9 stars from 1,434 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Batavia quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Batavia
Washer calls in Batavia most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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
Gas work licensing is set locally; in New York City, for example, the Department of Buildings requires gas work to be done by a Licensed Master Plumber or by Gas Work Qualification holders under a master plumber's supervision. Source: NYC Department of Buildings: Local Law 150 of 2016 Gas Work Qualification Requirement
Questions to Ask a Batavia Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Batavia, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Batavia technician can then plan for both on one visit.