Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Marion, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Marion
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Marion. 2 of them are based in Marion itself, and the rest are spread across Paducah (7), Centralia (3), and Herrin (1). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Wizard, around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Marion is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 23 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 3.5, 7.6 |
First up for Marion: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.5 miles away, based in Cape Girardeau, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining 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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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 Marion
Most washer calls in Marion 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 Marion
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Marion, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Marion
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.