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. Below are the companies within reach of Point Pleasant, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Point Pleasant
40 repair companies serve Point Pleasant from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Point Pleasant, and the rest are spread across Brick Township (10), Toms River (10), and Lakewood (8). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. 11 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Zorena Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Point Pleasant. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Point Pleasant. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
The leading options for Point Pleasant are Anthony Mechanical HVAC & Appliance LLC (3.4 miles away, based in Brick Township, 5.0 stars from 114 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Brick Township, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Toms River, 4.5 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Manasquan (3.3 miles away, based in Manasquan, 4.8 stars from 8 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Dryer Notes for Point Pleasant, NJ
Most dryer calls in Point Pleasant 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 Point Pleasant
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
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Dryer Repair Near Point Pleasant
Before you call a Point Pleasant 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.