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 Clarendon Hills, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Clarendon Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Clarendon Hills. The rest are spread across Darien (6), Downers Grove (4), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Rapid Hinsdale Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clarendon Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 |
First up for Clarendon Hills: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (3.7 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (7.9 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IVAN Appliance Repairs (10.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (8.2 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Clarendon Hills. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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 Clarendon Hills
Most washer calls in Clarendon Hills 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 Clarendon Hills
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Clarendon Hills, IL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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.