In Totowa, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Totowa and the Passaic County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Totowa, NJ
40 repair companies serve Totowa from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Clifton (14), Paterson (6), and Wayne (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Quickturn Appliance Repair Systems, about 0.8 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Totowa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.3, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Totowa: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (5.7 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (4.5 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (7.5 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Totowa quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Totowa, NJ
Washer calls in Totowa 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
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Totowa Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Totowa, NJ
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you cover Totowa and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Totowa technician gets at the parts.