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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lincolnwood that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lincolnwood IL
40 repair companies serve Lincolnwood from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Lincolnwood itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Skokie (7), and Evanston (7). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. The closest is Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 13 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lincolnwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
The leading options for Lincolnwood are A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (1.7 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.3 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (1.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What Lincolnwood Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lincolnwood 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lincolnwood
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lincolnwood, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Lincolnwood technician can then bring the right parts for either one.