When a dryer quits in Washington, the first question is whether it is the machine or the vent, and the answer decides whether you need a repair at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Washington
Within 30 miles of Washington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Washington itself, and other nearby bases include Stroudsburg (4), Bethlehem (3), and Dover (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Appliance Master Washington is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Washington. 10 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 11.1, 11.4 |
First up for Washington: Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in East Stroudsburg, 4.7 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Easton, 4.7 stars from 431 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R&D Sieberg Appliances (25.5 miles away, based in Manville, 4.7 stars from 316 reviews).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Washington, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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.
What Washington Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Washington 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Washington
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Washington, NJ
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Dryer Repair by Brand in Washington
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Washington faster and cheaper.