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 Inverness, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Inverness
Within 30 miles of Inverness there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Schaumburg (10), Arlington Heights (10), and Buffalo Grove (5). Palatine Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.9 miles from Inverness. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 3.2, 3.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
First up for Inverness: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (5.8 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Advent Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Schaumburg, 4.9 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arlington Heights Appliance Repair Inc (7.4 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Inverness. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Inverness
Most washer calls in Inverness 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 Inverness
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Inverness, IL
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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.