Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Wading River.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wading River
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wading River. Other nearby bases include Riverhead (5), Holtsville (3), and Stony Brook (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Of those, 3 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is LJ Appliance Repair Service, about 5.2 miles away. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wading River. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.2, 5.7, 6.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Wading River: Eddies Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (23.3 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LJ Appliance Repair Service (5.2 miles away, based in Ridge, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- 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 Wading River quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Wading River
Washer calls in Wading River 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wading River
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wading River, NY
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wading River
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wading River technician gets at the parts.