Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Markham that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Markham
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Markham. Other nearby bases include Chicago (7), Tinley Park (4), and Palos Heights (3). 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Mario's Appliance Service, about 2.2 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Markham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.2, 2.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
First up for Markham: Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (3.9 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Country Club Hills Appliance Repair Services (2.7 miles away, based in Country Club Hills, 3.3 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Markham, IL
Most washer calls in Markham 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.
Questions to Ask a Markham Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Markham, IL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.