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 Stickney that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Stickney
40 repair companies serve Stickney from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Oak Park (5), Cicero (4), and Chicago (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Smart Cicero Appliance Repair, about 2.2 miles away. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.4, 2.4 |
At the top of the Stickney list: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (8.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.8 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (4.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
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
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Stickney, IL
Most washer calls in Stickney 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 Stickney
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Stickney, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Other Washer Repair in Stickney
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Stickney
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.