A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Elizabeth list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Elizabeth
Within 30 miles of Elizabeth there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Elizabeth, and the rest are spread across Bayonne (11), Newark (6), and Staten Island (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 9 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Elite Care Services is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Elizabeth. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabeth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
First up for Elizabeth: Appliance Repair Linden (4.2 miles away, based in Linden, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Carteret, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AB Repair LLC - All Brand Repair company (5.2 miles away, based in Bayonne, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews); Elizabeth Appliance Repair Service (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Elizabeth
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Elizabeth
Before replacing a washer in Elizabeth, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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 (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Elizabeth Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Elizabeth, NJ
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Elizabeth
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Elizabeth technician a trip for parts.