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 Elizabeth.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Elizabeth, NJ
Within 30 miles of Elizabeth there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Elizabeth, and other nearby bases include Bayonne (11), Newark (7), and Staten Island (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Elite Care Services, about 0.8 miles away. 10 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Elizabeth: Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Carteret, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Union Appliance Repair Service (3.0 miles away, based in Union, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AB Repair LLC - All Brand Repair company (5.2 miles away, based in Bayonne, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews); Appliance Repair Linden (4.2 miles away, based in Linden, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Elizabeth
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 Elizabeth quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Elizabeth Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Elizabeth 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
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
Questions to Ask a Elizabeth Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Elizabeth, NJ
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Elizabeth
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Elizabeth technician can then plan for both on one visit.