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 Lockport, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lockport IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lockport. 2 list an address in Lockport, and other nearby bases include Joliet (15), Plainfield (5), and Orland Park (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Suburban Appliance Repair Services, about 1.3 miles away. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 3.2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Lockport list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (11.2 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (13.6 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (10.5 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lockport. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Lockport
Most washer calls in Lockport 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 Lockport
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lockport, IL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.