If your Electrolux washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Chicago list starts with companies that name Electrolux, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Electrolux Washers Near Chicago
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chicago. 25 of them are based in Chicago itself, and the rest are spread across Cicero (4), Oak Park (4), and North Riverside (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Dependable Appliance Repair Chicago, around 1.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Chicago mentions Electrolux by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention Electrolux | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 2.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Chicago list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost appliance repair (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (3.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Electrolux sells front-load washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Electrolux Washer Lines and Features
What a Electrolux Washer Technician Deals With
Supply pressure is specified at 30 to 120 psi with no more than about 10 psi difference between hot and cold, and the inlet connectors carry filters that can clog. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Water Supply Guide
The control board watches a door switch and a door lock: E41 means it reads the door as open, while E42 means the lock itself is not being recognized, so a tech checks the latch, striker and lock assembly. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E42 door lock device failure
What Electrolux Says to Check First
- Shaking, thumping or off balance. Confirm shipping bolts and foam were removed, level the washer on a solid floor, and redistribute or add a couple of similar items to an unbalanced load. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
- Controls won't respond. A LOC display means the control lock is on; turn it off from the control lock option before starting a cycle. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code LOC control lock activator
What Electrolux Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E41 | The control board reads the door switch as open. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E41 door is open |
| HO SE | The hot and cold inlet hoses are connected to the wrong inlets. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection |
| E42 | The door lock is not being recognized. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E42 door lock device failure |
When to Call for Electrolux Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Electrolux Recommends for Its Washers
- Keep the washer level on a solid floor, tighten the leveling-leg lock nuts, and keep legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
- Use high-efficiency (HE) detergent, keep each dispenser compartment below its max fill line, and put detergent packs in the drum rather than the dispenser. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Detergent Guide
Budgeting for a Electrolux Washer Repair
Most Electrolux washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Chicago
City of Chicago Department of Water Management (Lake Michigan source), which supplies Chicago, reports hardness of about 129-158 mg/L as CaCO3 across 2014 quarterly plant sampling (moderately hard). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Chicago Department of Water Management - Comprehensive Chemical Analysis, 2014
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 Chicago
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Electrolux Washer Repair FAQs: Chicago, IL
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What should I do about a Electrolux error code?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Electrolux washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.