A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Harrison, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Harrison
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Harrison. The rest are spread across Newark (11), Jersey City (10), and Kearny (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is R a TV Services Inc, about 0.8 miles away. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
First up for Harrison: Andes Refrigeration (1.1 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Amazon AC & Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Jersey City, 4.7 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Hoboken (5.8 miles away, based in Hoboken, 4.3 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Harrison
Most washer calls in Harrison 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 Harrison
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Harrison, NJ
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.