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 Willow Springs 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 Willow Springs
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Willow Springs. The rest are spread across Darien (5), Oak Lawn (4), and Chicago Ridge (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Countryside Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Willow Springs. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Willow Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.6, 2.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
The leading options for Willow Springs are Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (4.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Gators (9.7 miles away, based in Downers Grove, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Willow Springs. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
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 Willow Springs
Most washer calls in Willow Springs 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 Willow Springs
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- 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: Willow Springs, IL
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Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Willow Springs
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 Willow Springs technician can then bring the right parts for either one.