Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Maywood, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Maywood
Within 30 miles of Maywood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Maywood itself, and other nearby bases include Hackensack (6), Paramus (6), and Clifton (4). Distances run up to about 4 miles. 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Olevora Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Maywood. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Maywood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
First up for Maywood: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (5.1 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (1.0 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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.
Around Maywood
Most washer calls in Maywood 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 Maywood
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
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Before you call a Maywood 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.