In Brooklyn, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Brooklyn and the Kings County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Brooklyn
40 repair companies serve Brooklyn from within 30 miles. 40 list an address in Brooklyn. The farthest listed company is about 3 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Brooklyn. 17 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Mention washers | 22 |
The leading options for Brooklyn are Express Repair New York (2.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Repair Brooklyn (1.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vita Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Old Appliance Service (2.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Brooklyn quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Brooklyn
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), which supplies Brooklyn, reports hardness of averages about 25 mg/L as CaCO3 (roughly 1 grain per gallon; sampled range 16-90 mg/L), which the report classes as soft. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: New York City Drinking Water Supply and Quality Report 2024 (NYC DEP)
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 Dryer Repair Company in Brooklyn
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Brooklyn, NY
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Brooklyn technician gets at the parts.