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. The Dixon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dixon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Dixon. 1 list an address in Dixon, and the rest are spread across Rockford (9), Freeport (6), and Belvidere (3). Distances run up to about 47 miles. Nearest on the list: Varnexa Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dixon is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 9.3, 12.2 |
First up for Dixon: Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Sterling, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.3 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (42.1 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); A B Appliance Services & Repair (32.1 miles away, based in Freeport, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
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
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Dixon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- 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.
What Dixon Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Dixon 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.
Before You Book in Dixon
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dixon, IL
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
More Washing Machine Repair in Dixon, IL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dixon
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 Dixon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.