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 Benton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Benton
Within 60 miles of Benton there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Centralia (3), Marion (2), and Salem (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rossin Appliance Services. is the nearest, roughly 13.9 miles from Benton. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Benton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.9, 16.1, 17.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
Closest matches for Benton: Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.3 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.1 miles away, based in Carmi, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Benton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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.
Local Notes for Benton
Most washer calls in Benton 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 Benton
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Benton, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.