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 Cicero, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cicero
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cicero. 4 of them are based in Cicero itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (11), Oak Park (7), and North Riverside (3). Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Cicero Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cicero. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cicero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
At the top of the Cicero list: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (7.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cicero. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Cicero, IL
Most washer calls in Cicero 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 Cicero Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cicero, IL
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Washer Repair in Cicero
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cicero
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 Cicero technician can then bring the right parts for either one.