A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Ithaca.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ithaca
Within 60 miles of Ithaca there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Ithaca, and the rest are spread across Syracuse (8), Liverpool (4), and Elmira (3). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Ulvarix Appliance Repair Ithaca, around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ithaca is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 2.8, 17.0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 47 |
Closest matches for Ithaca: Witty Appliance Service (17.3 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Ithaca
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Ithaca quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Ithaca Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Ithaca 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 Ithaca
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ithaca, NY
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Ithaca
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ithaca
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Ithaca technician gets at the parts.