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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Skokie, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Skokie IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Skokie. 8 of them are based in Skokie itself, and the rest are spread across Evanston (10), Chicago (9), and Lincolnwood (3). Nearest on the list: A Plus Appliance Repair Inc, around 0.6 miles out. 13 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Mention washer work | 20 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
The leading options for Skokie are A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (3.8 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Skokie, IL
Most washer calls in Skokie 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.
Before You Book in Skokie
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Skokie, IL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Skokie, IL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Skokie
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.