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. The Palatine list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Palatine
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palatine. 4 of them are based in Palatine itself, and other nearby bases include Arlington Heights (12), Buffalo Grove (6), and Schaumburg (5). Nearest on the list: Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 14 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
First up for Palatine: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (3.0 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arlington Heights Appliance Repair Inc (5.5 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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.
Around Palatine
Most washer calls in Palatine 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Palatine
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Palatine, IL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Palatine
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 Palatine technician can then bring the right parts for either one.