Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Dayton.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Dayton, NJ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dayton. 2 list an address in Dayton, and other nearby bases include Old Bridge (6), New Brunswick (5), and Somerset (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Nearest on the list: Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services, around 1.1 miles out. Of those, 12 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 2.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Dayton list: Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Appliance Service LLC (2.6 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in New Brunswick, 4.4 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours); New Brunswick Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in New Brunswick, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Dayton
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Dayton quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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 washer repair: $125–$450 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Dayton
Washer calls in Dayton 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.
Questions to Ask a Dayton Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dayton, NJ
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Which areas near Dayton do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Dayton technician gets at the parts.