Every washer out of service in a laundromat or apartment laundry room is lost revenue and a line of frustrated customers. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Waukegan, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Laundromat & Coin-Op Washer Technicians, Waukegan IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waukegan. 6 of them are based in Waukegan itself, and the rest are spread across Highland Park (5), Vernon Hills (4), and North Chicago (2). Distances run up to about 15 miles. No company within 30 miles of Waukegan names commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Land of Lincoln Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
First up for Waukegan: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (21.1 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (43.0 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (33.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (49.5 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Laundromat Washer
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Water not filling or not draining
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for washer repairs, for reference when a Waukegan company quotes commercial work:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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.
Local Notes for Waukegan
Most washer calls in Waukegan 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 Waukegan
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Waukegan, IL
How quickly can a technician get to a laundromat?
What is a washer-extractor?
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Is a payment reader problem a repair call?
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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.