When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Paterson listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Paterson
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Paterson. 6 of them are based in Paterson itself, and the rest are spread across Clifton (13), Passaic (5), and Fair Lawn (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Straight Appliance solutions, around 0.2 miles out. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 32 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.
| Mention washers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
At the top of the Paterson list: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (4.2 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (5.1 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clickfix appliance repair (2.3 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a 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.
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:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around Paterson
Passaic Valley Water Commission (Main Service Area), which supplies Paterson, reports hardness of varies by supply blend: about 106-242 mg/L as CaCO3 from PVWC's Little Falls plant and about 42 mg/L from the Wanaque plant (NJDWSC); most Main Service Area customers get a blend of the two, so moderately soft to hard. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Passaic Valley Water Commission - 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report (2025 data)
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 Paterson
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Paterson, NJ
Do you cover Paterson and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer drain?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Paterson technician gets at the parts.