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 New Milford and the Bergen County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near New Milford
Within 30 miles of New Milford there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Paramus (7), Hackensack (6), and Bergenfield (3). 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: River Edge Appliance Repair Tech, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.9, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the New Milford list: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (6.1 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellentech Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Teaneck, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (6.2 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (3.1 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in New Milford
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 New Milford
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
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 New Milford
Washer calls in New Milford 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 New Milford
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Milford, NJ
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near New Milford do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the New Milford technician gets at the parts.