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. The Glen Ridge list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
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40 repair companies serve Glen Ridge from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Newark (9), Clifton (9), and Bloomfield (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Westcrest Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Glen Ridge. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 1.2 |
At the top of the Glen Ridge list: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (5.3 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (5.6 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (4.0 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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 Glen Ridge
Most washer calls in Glen Ridge 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.
Questions to Ask a Glen Ridge Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Glen Ridge, NJ
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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 Glen Ridge technician can then bring the right parts for either one.