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 Macomb that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Macomb IL
33 repair companies serve Macomb from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Macomb itself, and other nearby bases include Peoria (6), Canton (3), and Galesburg (3). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Jeff's Appliance Services, around 1.0 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Macomb is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Macomb. 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 | 10 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 33 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.8, 5.8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
The leading options for Macomb are Gorsuch Appliance (35.3 miles away, based in Canton, 4.1 stars from 45 reviews); Horner's Appliance (56.9 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Fort Madison, 4.2 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.8 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Macomb. 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Macomb
Most washer calls in Macomb 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 Macomb
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Macomb, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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 Macomb technician can then bring the right parts for either one.