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 Pontiac list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Pontiac IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Pontiac. Other nearby bases include Bloomington (13), Normal (2), and Ottawa (2). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Dave's Appliance Repair, around 12.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pontiac is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.2, 30.1, 30.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
First up for Pontiac: Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (33.1 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (47.8 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.3 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.6 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Pontiac. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Pontiac
Most washer calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pontiac, IL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Pontiac technician can then bring the right parts for either one.