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 Lisle, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lisle
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lisle. 4 list an address in Lisle, and the rest are spread across Naperville (18), Wheaton (4), and Downers Grove (4). Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Lisle Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Lisle. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Lisle list: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.0 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (8.6 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lisle. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Lisle
Most washer calls in Lisle 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 Lisle
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lisle, IL
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Lisle technician can then bring the right parts for either one.