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 Northbrook that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Northbrook
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Northbrook. 4 list an address in Northbrook, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (8), Glenview (7), and Highland Park (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 14 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: G E Appliance Services, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 21 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Northbrook: Ali Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.4 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (3.3 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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.
Local Notes for Northbrook
Most washer calls in Northbrook 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 Northbrook Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Northbrook, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer 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 Northbrook technician can then bring the right parts for either one.