A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Madison listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Madison
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Madison. The rest are spread across Plainfield (4), Union (3), and Westfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. 13 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Brothers Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Madison. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 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 | 22 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 3.7, 4.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention washers | 22 |
At the top of the Madison list: Dan Marc Appliance (9.9 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Watchung, 4.5 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pitstop Appliance Repair Service (8.7 miles away, based in Basking Ridge, 4.7 stars from 77 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Madison, NJ
Washer calls in Madison 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
Before You Book in Madison
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, NJ
Why won't my washer drain?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Madison and nearby towns?
Other Dryer Repair in Madison
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Madison
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Madison technician can then plan for both on one visit.