Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Hickory Hills list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hickory Hills
40 repair companies serve Hickory Hills from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Hickory Hills itself, and other nearby bases include Oak Lawn (6), Chicago Ridge (3), and Palos Heights (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Same-Day Appliance Fix Hickory Hills, around 0.1 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.3, 1.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
The leading options for Hickory Hills are Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Hickory Hills
Most washer calls in Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hickory Hills, IL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Hickory Hills technician can then bring the right parts for either one.