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 Kearny list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Kearny
Within 30 miles of Kearny there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Kearny itself, and other nearby bases include Jersey City (12), Newark (11), and Lyndhurst (3). 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. R a TV Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Kearny. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 27 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Kearny: Good Old Appliance Service (6.8 miles away, based in New York, 4.9 stars from 176 reviews); Andes Refrigeration (2.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Amazon AC & Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Jersey City, 4.7 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair NYC (6.2 miles away, based in New York, 4.9 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Kearny, NJ
Most washer calls in Kearny 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 Kearny
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Kearny, NJ
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Washer Repair by Brand in Kearny
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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 Kearny technician a trip for parts.