Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Fort Drum.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Fort Drum, NY
We found 9 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Fort Drum. Other nearby bases include Watertown (3), Pulaski (1), and Ogdensburg (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 2 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 7.6 miles from Fort Drum. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Fort Drum is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.6, 7.6, 9.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
Closest matches for Fort Drum: Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.2 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance Repair (46.4 miles away, based in Ogdensburg, 4.7 stars from 27 reviews); Watertown Appliance (7.6 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.4 stars from 213 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Co (7.6 miles away, based in Watertown, 3.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Fort Drum
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Fort Drum
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Fort Drum quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Fort Drum Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Fort Drum 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Fort Drum
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Drum, NY
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in Fort Drum, NY
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fort Drum
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fort Drum technician gets at the parts.