When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve New Brunswick and the Middlesex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near New Brunswick
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of New Brunswick. 5 of them are based in New Brunswick itself, and other nearby bases include Somerset (5), Edison (5), and Highland Park (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. PrimeFix Co. is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from New Brunswick. 15 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.7 |
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
Closest matches for New Brunswick: Apex Air Duct Cleaning & Chimney Services (8.3 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.8 stars from 1,106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pay Less Repair Services LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Edison, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Appliance Service LLC (6.2 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a New Brunswick quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
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
Local Notes for New Brunswick
Washer calls in New Brunswick 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near New Brunswick
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Brunswick, NJ
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in New Brunswick
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A New Brunswick technician can then plan for both on one visit.