Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Spring Valley that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Spring Valley
Within 60 miles of Spring Valley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Peoria (8), Oswego (3), and Ottawa (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. JJ Andana Appliances & Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Spring Valley. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses. Spring Valley is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 4.1, 10.5 |
The leading options for Spring Valley are Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (43.5 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Horner's Appliance (49.6 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (41.2 miles away, based in Plano, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
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
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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Spring Valley. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Spring Valley Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Spring Valley, IL
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Spring Valley
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Spring Valley
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 Spring Valley technician can then bring the right parts for either one.