A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Short Hills and the Essex County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Short Hills, NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Short Hills. The rest are spread across Newark (6), Union (4), and Elizabeth (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Norman's Appliance Sales & Services, around 1.6 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.1, 2.6 |
| Mention washers | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Short Hills: Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Watchung, 4.5 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elm Appliance (6.1 miles away, based in Westfield, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Westfield (6.4 miles away, based in Westfield, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Union Appliance Repair Service (6.6 miles away, based in Union, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Short Hills
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Short Hills
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Short Hills, NJ
Washer calls in Short Hills 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Short Hills
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Short Hills, NJ
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
More Laundry Repair in Short Hills, NJ
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Short Hills
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Short Hills technician can then plan for both on one visit.