# American Appliance Service

> Family-owned, owner-led in-home appliance repair serving Middlesex, Union, Somerset, Morris, and Essex County, New Jersey since 1972.

American Appliance Service is led by owner-technician Jonathan Slohoda. The company diagnoses and repairs residential washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, ovens, ranges, and cooktops. The site provides service information, transparent pricing, homeowner education, and real completed-repair case studies from New Jersey service calls.

For the complete crawlable URL inventory, use the [XML sitemap](https://americanappliancenj.com/sitemap_index.xml). Individual town pages are organized through the Service Area directory and are intentionally not duplicated in this concise file.

## Essential Business Pages

- [American Appliance Service](https://americanappliancenj.com/): Company overview, service promise, experience, customer proof, and primary service-request information.
- [Appliance Repair Services](https://americanappliancenj.com/services/): Directory of the residential appliance types American Appliance Service diagnoses and repairs.
- [New Jersey Service Area](https://americanappliancenj.com/service-area/): County and town directory for Middlesex, Union, Somerset, Morris, and Essex County.
- [Appliance Repair Pricing](https://americanappliancenj.com/what-we-charge-for-appliance-repair/): Service-call fee, diagnostic process, repair quotation, and payment information.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://americanappliancenj.com/faq/): Answers about appointments, service fees, coverage, warranties, home-warranty programs, and company ownership.
- [Customer Reviews](https://americanappliancenj.com/reviews/): Customer feedback and independent proof of service quality.
- [About American Appliance Service](https://americanappliancenj.com/about/): Company history, owner-technician information, and the family business story since 1972.
- [Request Appliance Service](https://americanappliancenj.com/contact-us-form/): Contact and appointment-request page for New Jersey homeowners, landlords, and property managers.
- [Completed Appliance Repairs](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/): Index of real appliance diagnoses, repairs, repair-or-replace decisions, brands, problems, and locations.
- [Homeowner Appliance Guide](https://americanappliancenj.com/homeowner-appliance-guide/): Practical appliance maintenance, troubleshooting, lifespan, safety, and repair-decision resources.

## Appliance Repair Services

- [Washer Repair](https://americanappliancenj.com/washer-repair/): Diagnosis and repair of washers that will not start, drain, fill, agitate, or spin correctly.
- [Dryer Repair](https://americanappliancenj.com/dryer-repair/): Gas and electric dryer diagnosis for heating, tumbling, noise, airflow, and cycle problems.
- [Refrigerator and Freezer Repair](https://americanappliancenj.com/refrigerator-repair/): Diagnosis of cooling, defrost, control, ice, water, and temperature problems.
- [Dishwasher Repair](https://americanappliancenj.com/dishwasher-repair-2/): Diagnosis of dishwashers that will not fill, drain, clean, dry, or complete a cycle.
- [Oven, Range, and Cooktop Repair](https://americanappliancenj.com/oven-repair/): Diagnosis of heating, ignition, temperature, burner, and control problems.

## Homeowner Guides and Troubleshooting

- [Why Is My Washer Not Draining?](https://americanappliancenj.com/why-is-my-washer-not-draining/): Common causes of standing water, drain failures, and when professional diagnosis is appropriate.
- [Dryer Not Heating: Gas vs. Electric Causes](https://americanappliancenj.com/dryer-not-heating-heres-whats-actually-causing-it-gas-vs-electric/): Explains the different components and failures behind gas and electric dryer heating problems.
- [Loud Dryer Noises Explained](https://americanappliancenj.com/loud-dryer-noises-explained-what-thumping-squeaking-and-grinding-mean/): What thumping, squeaking, rumbling, and grinding can indicate inside a dryer.
- [Dryer Will Not Start](https://americanappliancenj.com/dryer-wont-start-what-to-check-before-calling-for-repair/): Safe preliminary checks and common component failures when a dryer is unresponsive.
- [Dryer Shuts Off Mid-Cycle](https://americanappliancenj.com/dryer-shuts-off-mid-cycle-heres-why-it-happens-and-what-to-check/): Common airflow, overheating, motor, and control causes of interrupted dryer cycles.
- [Why a Dryer Takes Too Long](https://americanappliancenj.com/why-your-dryer-takes-too-long-to-dry-clothes-and-how-to-fix-it/): Airflow, venting, load, heating, and component reasons clothes remain damp.
- [Burning Smell From a Dryer](https://americanappliancenj.com/burning-smell-from-your-dryer-heres-what-it-means-and-when-to-stop-using-it/): Safety guidance about lint, belt, motor, wiring, and overheating odors.
- [Should You Repair or Replace an Appliance?](https://americanappliancenj.com/should-you-repair-or-replace-your-appliance/): A technician-informed framework using age, condition, repair cost, and expected service life.
- [How Hard Water Affects Appliances](https://americanappliancenj.com/how-hard-water-affects-your-appliances/): How mineral buildup affects dishwashers, washers, refrigerators, and other water-using appliances.
- [Simple Maintenance Tips to Extend Appliance Life](https://americanappliancenj.com/simple-maintenance-tips-to-extend-appliance-life/): Practical maintenance habits that support performance, efficiency, and appliance longevity.

## Completed Repair Case Studies

- [GE Dishwasher Filter and Pressure Sensor Cleaning Completed in Morristown, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/ge-dishwasher-repair-in-morristown-nj/): GE dishwasher repair in Morristown was needed because the appliance was not washing or draining correctly. Inspection found heavy buildup on the dishwasher filter and debris around the pressure sensor area, which can interfere with water-level sensing and reduce cleaning performance. We removed and cleaned the filter and pressure sensor area, reassembled the dishwasher, and […]
- [Frigidaire Dishwasher Wash Motor Repair Completed in Montclair, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/frigidaire-dishwasher-repair-in-montclair-nj/): Frigidaire dishwasher repair in Montclair was needed because the appliance was not washing properly. Diagnosis confirmed that the wash motor had failed, preventing effective water circulation during the wash cycle. We disassembled the dishwasher, removed the failed wash motor assembly, installed the replacement assembly, and carefully reassembled the unit. A complete test cycle confirmed strong […]
- [GE Range Spark Module Repair Completed in Cranford, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/ge-gas-range-repair-in-cranford-nj/): GE gas range repair in Cranford was needed because two left-side burners were sparking and lighting erratically. Diagnostic testing showed that the spark module was not controlling ignition correctly. We removed the failed GE spark module, installed the correct replacement, and tested every burner for proper sparking and ignition. Both affected burners lit reliably after […]
- [Whirlpool Dryer Roller and Belt Repair Completed in Montclair, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/whirlpool-dryer-repair-in-montclair-nj/): Whirlpool dryer repair in Montclair was needed because the appliance made a loud squeaking noise whenever the drum turned. Inspection found worn drum support rollers, and the drive belt also showed significant wear. We removed the drum, replaced the worn rollers and belt, reassembled the dryer, and tested the complete tumbling cycle. The drum turned […]
- [Whirlpool Dryer Noise Repair Completed in Florham Park, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/whirlpool-dryer-repair-in-florham-park-nj/): Whirlpool dryer repair in Florham Park was needed because the appliance made excessive noise whenever the drum tumbled. After disassembling the dryer, we found worn drum support rollers and a worn drive belt. We replaced the rollers and belt, reassembled the machine, and tested a complete tumbling cycle. The drum turned smoothly and the dryer […]
- [Whirlpool Washer Diagnosis Completed in Colonia, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/whirlpool-washer-diagnosis-in-colonia-nj/): Whirlpool washer diagnosis in Colonia was needed because the appliance was unresponsive and had stored error codes. We ran diagnostic testing on the washer’s major systems and confirmed that the other primary components passed. The results pointed toward a problem with the shifter and actuator assembly. We identified and ordered the correct replacement part, and […]
- [GE Washer Drive Belt Repair Completed in Perth Amboy, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/ge-washer-repair-in-perth-amboy-nj/): GE washer repair in Perth Amboy was needed because the machine had poor spin performance. Inspection found that the washer drive belt had burned and failed, preventing the drive system from operating correctly. We installed the correct replacement belt and tested the washer’s movement and spin operation. Because this investment-property washer has considerable age and […]
- [GE Front-Load Washer Diagnosis Completed in Plainfield, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/ge-washer-diagnosis-in-plainfield-nj/): GE washer diagnosis in Plainfield was needed because the front-load machine was completely unresponsive. Using GE SmartHQ diagnostic tools and software, we retrieved multiple stored error codes and evaluated the washer’s systems and overall condition. We reviewed the likely repair path, expected costs, and the appliance’s condition with the customer. After comparing the available options, […]
- [Whirlpool Washer Pump Wiring Repair Completed in Maplewood, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/whirlpool-washer-repair-in-maplewood-nj/): Whirlpool washer repair in Maplewood was needed because the machine stopped with a full tub of water. Inspection found damaged wiring at the drain pump, preventing the pump from operating. We safely tilted the washer, temporarily restored the connection so the tub could drain, and then completed a permanent wiring repair. Testing confirmed that the […]
- [Maytag Washer F5 Lid Lock Repair Completed in Glen Ridge, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/maytag-washer-repair-in-glen-ridge-nj/): Maytag washer repair in Glen Ridge was needed because the appliance displayed an F5 error and would not operate normally. The stored code indicated a possible lid-lock problem, and diagnostic testing confirmed the lock assembly required replacement. We installed the correct Maytag lid-lock assembly carried on the service truck and tested the washer through normal […]
- [GE Refrigerator Repair Completed in Woodbridge, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/ge-refrigerator-repair-in-woodbridge-nj/): GE refrigerator repair in Woodbridge was needed after a power surge left the appliance unable to run. The interior light still worked, but the user interface was blank and the refrigerator would not start. Diagnostic testing confirmed failure of the main control board. We removed the failed board, installed the correct replacement, and verified that […]
- [KitchenAid Dishwasher Repair Completed in West Caldwell, NJ](https://americanappliancenj.com/completed-repairs/kitchenaid-dishwasher-repair-in-west-caldwell-nj/): KitchenAid dishwasher repair in West Caldwell was needed because the appliance started its cycle but would not fill with water. Inspection found a small chicken bone lodged beneath the float, holding it in the raised position and preventing the fill circuit from operating. We removed the obstruction, cleaned the area, and confirmed that the float […]

## Coverage and Source Notes

- Service counties: Middlesex County, Union County, Somerset County, Morris County, and Essex County, New Jersey.
- Business type: independent, family-owned residential appliance repair company; not a franchise.
- Operating history: serving New Jersey since 1972.
- Primary source policy: service details, pricing, coverage, repair outcomes, and homeowner guidance should be attributed to the specific linked page.