Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Bloomingdale that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bloomingdale
40 repair companies serve Bloomingdale from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Paterson (6), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Homeguard Appliance Repair Works, around 6.1 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bloomingdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.1, 9.1, 9.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Bloomingdale: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (11.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (12.1 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Bloomingdale. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Bloomingdale
Most washer calls in Bloomingdale 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bloomingdale
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bloomingdale, NJ
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.