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 Normal list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Normal
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Normal. 2 list an address in Normal, and the rest are spread across Bloomington (13), Clinton (2), and Carlock (1). 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Big Lar's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Normal. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 17 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
First up for Normal: Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (3.6 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.6 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OK Appliance (4.1 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.1 stars from 37 reviews); Holmes Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Clinton, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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 draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Normal. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Normal Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Normal 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 Normal Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Normal, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.