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. The companies below serve Caldwell and the Essex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Caldwell
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Caldwell. 1 list an address in Caldwell, and other nearby bases include Clifton (10), Bloomfield (4), and Fairfield (3). 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Frontline Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Caldwell. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
First up for Caldwell: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (1.4 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (8.4 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Caldwell quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Caldwell
Washer calls in Caldwell 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 Caldwell
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Caldwell, NJ
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Caldwell technician can then plan for both on one visit.