In Montvale, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Montvale.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montvale
Within 30 miles of Montvale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Montvale itself, and the rest are spread across Spring Valley (4), Ridgewood (3), and Nanuet (2). Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Technologies Montvale, around 0.5 miles out. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Mention washers | 6 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Montvale are Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (6.2 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freedome Breeze Tarrytown Applince Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Tarrytown, 4.6 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (5.2 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Montvale quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Montvale
Washer calls in Montvale 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 Montvale
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Montvale, NJ
Why won't my washer drain?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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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 Montvale technician can then plan for both on one visit.