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 Coal City, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Coal City IL
Within 30 miles of Coal City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Coal City itself, and the rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (9), and Shorewood (2). Nearest on the list: Walsh Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Coal City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 10.3, 17.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 56 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
First up for Coal City: NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (21.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Plano, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Coal City
Most washer calls in Coal City 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 Coal City Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Coal City, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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.