When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near East Rochester.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near East Rochester
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of East Rochester. 1 list an address in East Rochester, and the rest are spread across Rochester (15), Fairport (2), and Bloomfield (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Register Appliance Service, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.6, 2.3 |
Closest matches for East Rochester: Register Appliance Service (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (5.9 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Rochester Appliance (6.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.9 stars from 1,434 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in East Rochester
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Around East Rochester
Washer calls in East Rochester 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
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 East Rochester
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: East Rochester, NY
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which areas near East Rochester do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the East Rochester technician gets at the parts.