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 Lake Mohawk that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lake Mohawk
40 repair companies serve Lake Mohawk from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Rockaway (3), Dover (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Loxena Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. 12 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Mention washer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 7.6, 9.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
The leading options for Lake Mohawk are Dan Marc Appliance (22.6 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Wantage, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lake Mohawk. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Lake Mohawk
Most washer calls in Lake Mohawk 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 Lake Mohawk
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Mohawk, NJ
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Lake Mohawk technician can then bring the right parts for either one.