When a dryer quits in Highland Lakes, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Highland Lakes and the Sussex County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Highland Lakes
40 repair companies serve Highland Lakes from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Middletown (7), Rockaway (3), and Dover (3). 13 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Superior Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 7.5 miles from Highland Lakes. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.5, 15.1, 16.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Highland Lakes: General George Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Slicker's Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Middletown, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Medic (21.9 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 4.6 stars from 251 reviews).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Highland Lakes Dryer Call
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Highland Lakes
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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.
Around Highland Lakes
Most dryer calls in Highland 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
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 Highland Lakes Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland Lakes, NJ
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What does a dryer repair usually cost?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Highland Lakes
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Highland Lakes faster and cheaper.