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. The Vandalia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Vandalia
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Vandalia. Other nearby bases include Alton (4), Belleville (4), and Centralia (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Shaw's Appliance Sales & Services, around 17.5 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Vandalia 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 42 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.5, 24.8, 25.5 |
At the top of the Vandalia list: Mr. Appliance of Mid America (54.3 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance & Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Salem, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.0 miles away, based in Centralia, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.3 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- 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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Vandalia
Most washer calls in Vandalia 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 Vandalia
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Vandalia, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Vandalia
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 Vandalia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.