A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Winnetka, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Winnetka
Within 30 miles of Winnetka there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Winnetka itself, and the rest are spread across Evanston (9), Skokie (8), and Glenview (6). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is Superior Winnetka Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
The leading options for Winnetka are Ali Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (6.2 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (5.4 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Winnetka
Most washer calls in Winnetka 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 Winnetka
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Winnetka, IL
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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.