Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Buffalo Grove that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Buffalo Grove
Within 30 miles of Buffalo Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Buffalo Grove, and the rest are spread across Arlington Heights (9), Wheeling (8), and Vernon Hills (4). Of those, 13 mention washer or dryer work by name. AMZ Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Buffalo Grove. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Buffalo Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 19 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.7, 0.9 |
Closest matches for Buffalo Grove: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.4 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (5.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Around Buffalo Grove
Most washer calls in Buffalo Grove 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 Buffalo Grove Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Buffalo Grove, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Buffalo Grove
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Buffalo Grove
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.