In Carteret, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Carteret and the Middlesex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carteret
Within 30 miles of Carteret there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Carteret, and other nearby bases include Staten Island (14), Perth Amboy (6), and Elizabeth (5). Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Carteret. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carteret. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 55 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 2.1 |
At the top of the Carteret list: Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (0.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MCTECH USA LLC (5.6 miles away, based in Perth Amboy, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Service (2.1 miles away, based in Port Reading, 4.8 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer & Dryer Repair Staten Island (5.9 miles away, based in Staten Island, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Carteret
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Carteret quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
What Carteret Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Carteret most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Carteret
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Carteret, NJ
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carteret
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Carteret technician gets at the parts.