A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Dunellen.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dunellen
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dunellen. 1 of them are based in Dunellen itself, and other nearby bases include Edison (6), Somerset (5), and New Brunswick (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Of those, 16 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Appliance Repair Dunellen is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Dunellen. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunellen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 22 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
First up for Dunellen: Pay Less Repair Services LLC (5.2 miles away, based in Edison, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R&D Sieberg Appliances (7.2 miles away, based in Manville, 4.7 stars from 316 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Watchung, 4.5 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in New Brunswick, 4.4 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Dunellen
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Dunellen
Washer calls in Dunellen 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Dunellen
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunellen, NJ
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dunellen
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Dunellen technician gets at the parts.