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 Stony Brook listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Stony Brook, NY
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Stony Brook. 3 list an address in Stony Brook, and the rest are spread across Hauppauge (5), Holtsville (3), and Bohemia (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Evercrest Appliance & Repairs Help, around 1.2 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.6, 2.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Stony Brook: Eddies Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (8.6 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service (15.6 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in East Northport, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Stony Brook
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Stony Brook quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Stony Brook Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Stony Brook 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
Questions to Ask a Stony Brook Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Stony Brook, NY
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Stony Brook technician gets at the parts.