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 Hazel Crest, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Hazel Crest IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hazel Crest. The rest are spread across Tinley Park (5), Chicago Heights (3), and Palos Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Country Club Hills Appliance Repair Services, around 1.6 miles out. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 26 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.2, 3.4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Hazel Crest: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (4.3 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Country Club Hills Appliance Repair Services (1.6 miles away, based in Country Club Hills, 3.3 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- 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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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 Hazel Crest, IL
Most washer calls in Hazel Crest 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hazel Crest
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hazel Crest, IL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.