Commercial washers run many more cycles than a home machine and add coin or card systems, heavier drives and, on larger machines, bolted-down frames that home models do not have. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Elmhurst, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Washers Near Elmhurst
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Elmhurst. 6 of them are based in Elmhurst itself, and other nearby bases include Lombard (4), Addison (3), and Melrose Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Maytag Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 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 commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 1.8 |
Closest matches for Elmhurst: Chicagoland Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (12.0 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (20.0 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Washer Repair Covers
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Water not filling or not draining
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as top-load coin machines, front-load washers or washer-extractors.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repairs Cost
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around Elmhurst
Most washer calls in Elmhurst 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.
Questions to Ask a Elmhurst Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Elmhurst, IL
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List which machines are down and what they are doing (not filling, not draining, not taking coins or cards, not spinning). If a route operator or payment provider services the coin or card systems, check with them first.