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 Du Quoin list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Du Quoin IL
Within 60 miles of Du Quoin there are 30 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Du Quoin itself, and the rest are spread across Belleville (4), Centralia (3), and Marion (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: L & L Technical., around 0.8 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Du Quoin is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Du Quoin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 17.4, 18.0 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 30 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
The leading options for Du Quoin are Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (57.2 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.5 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Du Quoin. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Du Quoin, IL
Most washer calls in Du Quoin 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Du Quoin
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Du Quoin, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Related Repair Pages for Du Quoin
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Du Quoin technician can then bring the right parts for either one.