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 Matteson that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Matteson IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Matteson. 1 of them are based in Matteson itself, and the rest are spread across Tinley Park (5), Orland Park (5), and Chicago Heights (3). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.7, 4.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Matteson: Appliance Pro (14.4 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (9.2 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Matteson. 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Matteson
Most washer calls in Matteson 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 Matteson
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Matteson, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Matteson
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Matteson
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.