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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of North Caldwell that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Caldwell NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Caldwell. Other nearby bases include Clifton (13), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Dan Marc Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from North Caldwell. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 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 a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
The leading options for North Caldwell are Sam The Man Repairs LLC (6.6 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (1.3 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (8.9 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in North Caldwell. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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 North Caldwell, NJ
Most washer calls in North Caldwell 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 North Caldwell
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Caldwell, NJ
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 North Caldwell technician can then bring the right parts for either one.