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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Fair Lawn, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fair Lawn
40 repair companies serve Fair Lawn from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Fair Lawn, and other nearby bases include Clifton (7), Paterson (6), and Paramus (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Sureline Appliance Repair Crew is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Fair Lawn. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
At the top of the Fair Lawn list: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (5.4 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (3.1 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellentech Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Teaneck, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fair Lawn. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Local Notes for Fair Lawn
Most washer calls in Fair Lawn 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 Fair Lawn
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fair Lawn, NJ
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Fair Lawn technician can then bring the right parts for either one.