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 Matawan, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Matawan
40 repair companies serve Matawan from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Matawan itself, and other nearby bases include Old Bridge (9), Perth Amboy (7), and Marlboro Township (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Matawan Appliance Repair Team. is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Matawan. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Matawan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.6, 1.3 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
The leading options for Matawan are MCTECH USA LLC (8.3 miles away, based in Perth Amboy, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Center – Appliance Repair & Installation (5.5 miles away, based in Marlboro Township, 4.7 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Hazlet, 4.7 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Parlin Appliance Repair Service (5.9 miles away, based in Parlin, 4.8 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Matawan
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Matawan
Most dryer calls in Matawan 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 Matawan Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Matawan, NJ
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Before you call a Matawan 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.