In Cohoes, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Cohoes.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Cohoes, NY
40 repair companies serve Cohoes from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Schenectady (13), Albany (7), and Latham (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. The closest is Earl B. Feiden Appliance, about 3.3 miles away. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Mention washers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.5, 3.8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
At the top of the Cohoes list: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (14.3 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Appliance Technician Services Inc (17.5 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DADs Appliance Repair and More (26.7 miles away, based in Hagaman, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Cohoes Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Cohoes 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
Before You Book in Cohoes
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cohoes, NY
What causes a washer to stop draining?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cohoes
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Cohoes technician gets at the parts.