A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Tappan listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Tappan
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tappan. 2 list an address in Tappan, and other nearby bases include Yonkers (6), Bergenfield (3), and Emerson (2). The closest is Sparkill Appliance Repair Technologies, about 0.4 miles away. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.7, 1.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
The leading options for Tappan are Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (9.3 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freedome Breeze Tarrytown Applince Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Tarrytown, 4.6 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor (6.3 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advance Appliance (7.9 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.3 stars from 449 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Tappan, NY
Washer calls in Tappan 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 Tappan Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tappan, NY
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Tappan technician gets at the parts.