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 Leonia that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Leonia NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Leonia. 1 of them are based in Leonia itself, and other nearby bases include Hackensack (6), New York (6), and Palisades Park (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Appliance Repair Technologies Leonia is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Leonia. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Leonia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Leonia: NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (1.5 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SCREW'S HVAC & Appliance Repair Company in NYC (5.6 miles away, based in New York, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellentech Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Teaneck, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (3.7 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Laundry Notes for Leonia, NJ
Most washer calls in Leonia 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 Leonia
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Leonia, NJ
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.