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 Lindenhurst that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lindenhurst IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lindenhurst. 1 list an address in Lindenhurst, and other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Kenosha (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Lindenhurst Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Lindenhurst. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.4, 4.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
The leading options for Lindenhurst are JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning 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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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.
What Lindenhurst Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lindenhurst, 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.