Every washer out of service in a laundromat or apartment laundry room is lost revenue and a line of frustrated customers. The Des Plaines list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily laundry work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Laundromat & Coin-Op Washer Technicians, Des Plaines IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Des Plaines. 10 of them are based in Des Plaines itself, and the rest are spread across Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 1 lists commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work specifically. Nearest on the list: United Appliances Repair, around 0.0 miles out. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Mention washer work | 22 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
At the top of the Des Plaines list: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (3.6 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (27.4 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Washer Work in Des Plaines
When to Call About a Laundromat Washer
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Water not filling or not draining
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washer Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Des Plaines, IL
Most washer calls in Des Plaines 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Des Plaines
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
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Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number from each machine's data plate, whether it is a top-load coin machine or a front-load washer-extractor, and any code on the display. A Des Plaines technician can then bring the right parts.