Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Union Beach that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Union Beach
40 repair companies serve Union Beach from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Staten Island (9), Perth Amboy (6), and Old Bridge (6). Nearest on the list: Richard's Appliance Services, around 1.5 miles out. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Union Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
Closest matches for Union Beach: MCTECH USA LLC (8.6 miles away, based in Perth Amboy, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Hazlet, 4.7 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Center – Appliance Repair & Installation (8.7 miles away, based in Marlboro Township, 4.7 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matawan Appliance Repair Team. (3.8 miles away, based in Matawan, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Union Beach. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Union Beach Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Union Beach come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
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.
Before You Book in Union Beach
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Union Beach, NJ
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Union Beach
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Union Beach
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Union Beach technician can then bring the right parts for either one.