Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Waldwick and the Bergen County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Waldwick
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waldwick. 1 list an address in Waldwick, and the rest are spread across Paramus (6), Ridgewood (3), and Fair Lawn (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Waldwick Appliance Repair Tech, about 0.2 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.2, 1.6 |
First up for Waldwick: Appliance Repair Medic (7.8 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews); United Technical Services (5.7 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Waldwick
What Gets Fixed on a Waldwick Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Waldwick, NJ
Most washer calls in Waldwick 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 Waldwick
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Waldwick faster and cheaper.