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. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin Lakes, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Franklin Lakes
Within 30 miles of Franklin Lakes there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Paterson (6), Ridgewood (3), and Wayne (3). Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Dr Appliance Repair - Midland Park, about 3.2 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
First up for Franklin Lakes: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (11.1 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (11.0 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Medic (10.8 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews); United Technical Services (9.7 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Franklin Lakes
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Lakes Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Franklin Lakes, NJ
Most washer calls in Franklin Lakes 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 Franklin Lakes Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Franklin Lakes, NJ
Why is my washer leaking?
Do you cover Franklin Lakes and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Washer Repair by Brand in Franklin Lakes
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Franklin Lakes faster and cheaper.