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 Mahomet that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mahomet
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Mahomet. 1 of them are based in Mahomet itself, and other nearby bases include Bloomington (13), Champaign (5), and Decatur (5). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc., about 3.4 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mahomet is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mahomet. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 5.8, 6.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 41 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
At the top of the Mahomet list: Mr. Appliance of Champaign (6.3 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc. (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews); Purcell Appliance Center (14.7 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (35.9 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mahomet. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
What Mahomet Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Mahomet 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 Mahomet
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mahomet, IL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.