A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Mount Vernon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mount Vernon
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Centralia (3), Olney (3), and Salem (2). Eichenauer Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 17.4 miles from Mount Vernon. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mount Vernon is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Vernon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.4, 19.4, 19.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
First up for Mount Vernon: Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Centralia, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance & Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Carmi, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mount Vernon. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Local Notes for Mount Vernon
Most washer calls in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.