Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Hopatcong list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Hopatcong, NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hopatcong. The rest are spread across Rockaway (3), Dover (3), and Fairfield (3). 12 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Loxena Appliance Repair, around 4.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.7, 5.8, 6.3 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Hopatcong are Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (20.7 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pitstop Appliance Repair Service (19.5 miles away, based in Basking Ridge, 4.7 stars from 77 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Hopatcong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Hopatcong
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Hopatcong
Before replacing a washer in Hopatcong, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 Hopatcong Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hopatcong 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 Hopatcong
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Hopatcong, NJ
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Hopatcong faster and cheaper.