When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Valatie and the Columbia County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Valatie, NY
30 repair companies serve Valatie from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Albany (7), Schenectady (6), and Latham (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Appliance Technician Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 9.6 miles from Valatie. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 19 businesses.
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) | 16 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 30 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.6, 11.8, 12.6 |
First up for Valatie: Appliance Technician Services Inc (9.6 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Hudson, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Electric, Inc. (22.9 miles away, based in Lee, 4.1 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Valatie quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Valatie
Washer calls in Valatie 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 Valatie Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Valatie, NY
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Valatie and nearby towns?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
More Laundry Repair in Valatie, NY
More Washer & Dryer Repair Pages Nearby
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Valatie technician gets at the parts.