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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Silvis that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Silvis
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Silvis. Other nearby bases include Davenport (20), Moline (4), and Bettendorf (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.0 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 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 | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 38 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 3.7, 4.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Silvis: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Moline, 4.0 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GARY POND APPLIANCE REPAIR AND COIN LAUNDRY SERVICE LLC. (7.1 miles away, based in Milan, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Davenport, 3.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Clinton, 3.5 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Silvis Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Silvis 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 Silvis
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Silvis, IL
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
More Washing Machine Repair in Silvis, IL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Silvis
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 Silvis technician can then bring the right parts for either one.