In Upper Montclair, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Upper Montclair and the Essex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Upper Montclair
Within 30 miles of Upper Montclair there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Clifton (17), Passaic (6), and Bloomfield (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Allwood Appliance Repair Pro, about 1.6 miles away. 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.0, 2.2 |
Closest matches for Upper Montclair: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (4.4 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Upper Montclair
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Upper Montclair quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Upper Montclair
Washer calls in Upper Montclair 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
Questions to Ask a Upper Montclair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Upper Montclair, NJ
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Which areas near Upper Montclair do these technicians cover?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Upper Montclair technician gets at the parts.