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 Hillsboro list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hillsboro
40 repair companies serve Hillsboro from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Springfield (8), Alton (4), and Edwardsville (3). 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Alderbrook Appliance Works is the nearest, roughly 18.8 miles from Hillsboro. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Hillsboro is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.8, 19.9, 22.6 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
Closest matches for Hillsboro: Mr. Appliance of Mid America (48.9 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.7 miles away, based in Jerseyville, 4.3 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.0 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.3 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (46.9 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hillsboro. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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.
Local Notes for Hillsboro
Most washer calls in Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillsboro, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.