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 Mount Carmel that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mount Carmel
Within 60 miles of Mount Carmel there are 26 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Evansville (7), Owensboro (5), and Olney (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.9 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Mount Carmel is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.9, 27.3, 27.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 26 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
The leading options for Mount Carmel are Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.7 miles away, based in Olney, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Evansville, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.7 miles away, based in Carmi, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mount Carmel. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around Mount Carmel
Most washer calls in Mount Carmel 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 Mount Carmel Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Carmel, IL
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 Mount Carmel technician can then bring the right parts for either one.