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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Pleasantville, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Pleasantville
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pleasantville. 3 list an address in Pleasantville, and the rest are spread across Galloway (3), Somers Point (2), and Absecon (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Pursel's Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.3, 1.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 24 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
At the top of the Pleasantville list: Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (21.1 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer Doctor. (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- 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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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.
Around Pleasantville
Most washer calls in Pleasantville 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.
Questions to Ask a Pleasantville Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pleasantville, NJ
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Pleasantville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pleasantville
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 Pleasantville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.