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 Pitman, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Pitman
Within 30 miles of Pitman there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Pitman, and other nearby bases include Cherry Hill Township (4), Philadelphia (4), and Glassboro (3). Basco-Bastow's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Pitman. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pitman. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.0, 1.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
Closest matches for Pitman: Mr. Appliance of Sewell (2.4 miles away, based in Sewell, 4.8 stars from 1,011 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in Glassboro, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (15.0 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Mantua Township, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- 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
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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Pitman. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Pitman
Most washer calls in Pitman 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 Pitman
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pitman, NJ
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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 Pitman technician can then bring the right parts for either one.