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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Lemont, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lemont
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lemont. 2 of them are based in Lemont itself, and other nearby bases include Darien (6), Orland Park (5), and Naperville (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Lemont Appliance Repair Pros, about 0.9 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lemont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 3.1, 4.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
Closest matches for Lemont: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (9.8 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Gators (11.2 miles away, based in Downers Grove, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
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
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 washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lemont. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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 Lemont
Most washer calls in Lemont 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 Lemont
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lemont, IL
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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.