A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Addison that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Addison IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Addison. 4 of them are based in Addison itself, and the rest are spread across Elmhurst (6), Lombard (4), and Glendale Heights (4). 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Cruz Services & Appliances. is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Addison. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Addison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.6, 1.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Addison list: Aslan Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (7.7 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Appliance Repair Stars (1.9 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Licotech Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Elk Grove Village, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
What Addison Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Addison 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Addison
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Addison, IL
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Addison technician can then bring the right parts for either one.