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 Rockford list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rockford
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rockford. 9 list an address in Rockford, and other nearby bases include Freeport (5), Belvidere (3), and Loves Park (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Technologies Rockford, around 0.9 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rockford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 35 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
At the top of the Rockford list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.3 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Assured Appliance & Heating & Air (22.0 miles away, based in Genoa, 4.8 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Rockford. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Rockford
Most washer calls in Rockford 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 Rockford Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rockford, IL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rockford
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.