Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Bergenfield
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bergenfield. 3 list an address in Bergenfield, and other nearby bases include Paramus (7), Hackensack (6), and Teaneck (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Appliance Repair Technologies Bergenfield is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Bergenfield. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bergenfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Bergenfield are Appliance Doctor (7.2 miles away, based in Yonkers, 4.8 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (4.2 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (5.4 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Bergenfield
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
Local Notes for Bergenfield
Most dryer calls in Bergenfield come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Bergenfield
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Bergenfield, NJ
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Bergenfield
Dryer Repair Near Bergenfield
Before you call a Bergenfield technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.