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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pleasantville and the Atlantic County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Pleasantville
Within 30 miles of Pleasantville there are 24 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Pleasantville itself, and the rest are spread across Galloway (3), Somers Point (2), and Absecon (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Pursel's Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 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) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 24 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.3, 1.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
Closest matches for Pleasantville: C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (21.1 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer Doctor. (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Pleasantville, NJ
Most washer calls in Pleasantville 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 Pleasantville
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Pleasantville, NJ
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Find Your Washer Brand in Pleasantville
Washing Machine Repair Near Pleasantville
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Pleasantville faster and cheaper.