Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Highland Park, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Highland Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland Park. 5 list an address in Highland Park, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (7), Glenview (6), and Deerfield (4). 12 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Premier Highland Park Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
The leading options for Highland Park are Appliance Repair Stars (0.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (6.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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 Highland Park, IL
Most washer calls in Highland Park 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 Highland Park
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland Park, IL
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Highland Park
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.