Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Bloomingdale.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bloomingdale
40 repair companies serve Bloomingdale from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Paterson (6), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Homeguard Appliance Repair Works, around 6.1 miles out. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bloomingdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.1, 9.1, 9.2 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Bloomingdale: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (11.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (12.1 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Bloomingdale
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Bloomingdale quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Bloomingdale
Washer calls in Bloomingdale most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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
Under state law, working on gas piping on the load side of the meter requires a master HVACR contractor license or another state license whose scope includes gas piping. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bloomingdale
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bloomingdale, NJ
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Bloomingdale and nearby towns?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Bloomingdale technician gets at the parts.