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 Streamwood that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Streamwood IL
40 repair companies serve Streamwood from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Streamwood itself, and the rest are spread across Schaumburg (12), Elgin (7), and Carol Stream (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. subzero Freezer service is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Streamwood. Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Streamwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Streamwood are Aslan Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Licotech Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Elk Grove Village, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Advent Appliance (2.3 miles away, based in Schaumburg, 4.9 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.4 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Streamwood, IL
Most washer calls in Streamwood 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 Streamwood
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Streamwood, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.