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. The Lodi list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Lodi, NJ
Within 30 miles of Lodi there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lodi, and the rest are spread across Clifton (7), Hackensack (6), and Passaic (6). The closest is Mastercare Appliance Repair Handlers, about 0.3 miles away. 7 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lodi. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Lodi: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (4.7 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (2.1 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Lodi
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Why the Vent Matters
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Lodi, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Lodi, NJ
Most dryer calls in Lodi 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
Before You Book in Lodi
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Lodi, NJ
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Lodi
Dryer Repair Near Lodi
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 Lodi technician a trip for parts.