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 Glenview list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Glenview
40 repair companies serve Glenview from within 30 miles. 7 list an address in Glenview, and the rest are spread across Des Plaines (7), Skokie (5), and Northbrook (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 15 list washer or dryer work specifically. Pro Glenview Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Glenview. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.7, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 21 |
The leading options for Glenview are Ali Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Main Appliance Reliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (3.7 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Glenview
Village of Glenview (Lake Michigan water purchased from the Village of Wilmette), which supplies Glenview, reports hardness of about 141-142 mg/L as CaCO3 (roughly 8.3 grains per gallon). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2022 Water Quality Report - Village of Glenview
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 Glenview
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Glenview, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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 Glenview technician can then bring the right parts for either one.