A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin Park, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Franklin Park
Within 30 miles of Franklin Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Somerset (5), New Brunswick (5), and Edison (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Elite Sub-Zero Appliance Repair, about 2.0 miles away. 13 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
Closest matches for Franklin Park: Star Appliance Service LLC (2.1 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services (5.5 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.8 stars from 1,106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pay Less Repair Services LLC (10.0 miles away, based in Edison, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R&D Sieberg Appliances (7.3 miles away, based in Manville, 4.7 stars from 316 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Franklin Park
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Franklin Park
Most dryer calls in Franklin Park 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Franklin Park
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin Park, NJ
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Franklin Park
Dryer Repair Near Franklin Park
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Franklin Park technician a trip for parts.