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 Paulsboro list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Paulsboro NJ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Paulsboro. 1 list an address in Paulsboro, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (15), Glenolden (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Magic Hand Fix., about 0.5 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paulsboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.1, 3.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
The leading options for Paulsboro are Philly Appliances Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sewell (8.5 miles away, based in Sewell, 4.8 stars from 1,011 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (8.4 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
What Paulsboro Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Paulsboro 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Paulsboro
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Paulsboro, NJ
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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.