A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. The North Arlington list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Dryers Near North Arlington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Arlington. The rest are spread across Newark (11), Kearny (4), and Clifton (4). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Arlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
Closest matches for North Arlington: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (4.9 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andes Refrigeration (2.5 miles away, based in Kearny, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Amazon AC & Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Jersey City, 4.7 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GMJ APPLIANCES (5.1 miles away, based in Newark, 4.4 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in North Arlington
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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 North Arlington
Most dryer calls in North Arlington 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 North Arlington
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: North Arlington, NJ
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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 North Arlington technician a trip for parts.