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 Kinnelon list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Kinnelon
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kinnelon. The rest are spread across Paterson (5), Wayne (3), and Rockaway (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Homeguard Appliance Repair Works, around 5.7 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.7, 8.3, 8.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
The leading options for Kinnelon are Dan Marc Appliance (10.2 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Kinnelon, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Kinnelon
Most washer calls in Kinnelon 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Kinnelon
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Kinnelon, NJ
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Before you call a Kinnelon technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.