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 Burbank that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Burbank
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Burbank. 1 list an address in Burbank, and the rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Chicago (5), and Chicago Ridge (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Nearest on the list: AJ Appliance Repair Burbank, around 0.4 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
Closest matches for Burbank: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (10.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (9.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Burbank
Most washer calls in Burbank 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 Burbank
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Burbank, IL
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Burbank
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 Burbank technician can then bring the right parts for either one.