Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Crest Hill list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Crest Hill
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Crest Hill. 1 list an address in Crest Hill, and other nearby bases include Joliet (16), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: American Service Alliance, around 1.4 miles out. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Crest Hill. 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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.2, 2.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
Closest matches for Crest Hill: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (14.1 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (6.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (14.2 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Crest Hill, IL
Most washer calls in Crest Hill 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 Crest Hill Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Crest Hill, IL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
More Washing Machine Repair in Crest Hill, IL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Crest Hill
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.