Every washer out of service in a laundromat or apartment laundry room is lost revenue and a line of frustrated customers. The Short Hills list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily laundry work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Short Hills
Within 30 miles of Short Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Newark (6), Union (4), and Elizabeth (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Norman's Appliance Sales & Services, about 1.6 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.1, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
The leading options for Short Hills are American Commercial Equipment Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ERI Commercial Appliance Repair (29.5 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews); NP Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (21.2 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Washer Repair Covers
Commercial Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
- Clothes come out soaking wet
Commercial laundry machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washer Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Short Hills
Most washer calls in Short Hills come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Short Hills
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Short Hills, NJ
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Commercial Washer Repair Near Short Hills
Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number from each machine's data plate, whether it is a top-load coin machine or a front-load washer-extractor, and any code on the display. A Short Hills technician can then bring the right parts.