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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Carmi, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carmi
24 repair companies serve Carmi from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Carmi itself, and the rest are spread across Evansville (7), Olney (3), and Henderson (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Carmi. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Carmi is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carmi. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 30.5, 33.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
At the top of the Carmi list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.5 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.0 miles away, based in Evansville, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.8 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Carmi. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Carmi
Most washer calls in Carmi 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 Carmi
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Carmi, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carmi
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.