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 Westmont, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Westmont
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Westmont. 2 list an address in Westmont, and other nearby bases include Darien (6), Downers Grove (4), and Lisle (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Ready Westmont Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Westmont. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westmont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Westmont list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (3.4 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (6.9 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (8.1 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Westmont. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Westmont, IL
Most washer calls in Westmont 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 Westmont
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Westmont, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Westmont
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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 Westmont technician can then bring the right parts for either one.