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. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin Lakes, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Franklin Lakes
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Franklin Lakes. The rest are spread across Paterson (6), Ridgewood (3), and Wayne (3). 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Dr Appliance Repair - Midland Park is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Franklin Lakes. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Franklin Lakes: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (11.1 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (11.0 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Medic (10.8 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews); United Technical Services (9.7 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Lakes Dryer Call
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
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.
Dryer Notes for Franklin Lakes, NJ
Most dryer calls in Franklin Lakes 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
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 Franklin Lakes Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin Lakes, NJ
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Franklin Lakes faster and cheaper.