When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the New York listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New York
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of New York. The rest are spread across Brooklyn (32), Ridgewood (2), and Middle Village (2). Distances run up to about 3 miles. Washer & Dryer Repair Pro is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from New York. Of those, 16 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Mention washers | 25 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6 |
First up for New York: Express Repair New York (0.8 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 2,471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Old Appliance Service (0.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews); M&K Appliance Repair Brownsville (2.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Middle Village, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in New York
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a New York quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for New York, NY
New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), which supplies New York, 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)
The Landmarks Preservation Commission protects more than 38,000 landmark properties, most of them inside designated historic districts spread across all five boroughs. Source: About LPC - NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission
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.
Before You Book in New York
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New York, NY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in New York
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New York
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the New York technician gets at the parts.