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 Waldwick, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Waldwick
Within 30 miles of Waldwick there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Waldwick, and the rest are spread across Paramus (6), Ridgewood (3), and Fair Lawn (3). 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Waldwick Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Waldwick. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.2, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
The leading options for Waldwick are Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (2.3 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (9.2 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (5.7 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Waldwick
Most washer calls in Waldwick 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 Waldwick
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waldwick, NJ
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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 Waldwick technician can then bring the right parts for either one.