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 Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wood Dale. 2 of them are based in Wood Dale itself, and other nearby bases include Des Plaines (5), Addison (4), and Elmhurst (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Alpha Appliance Repair Wood Dale, around 0.3 miles out. 12 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wood Dale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.1, 2.3 |
Closest matches for Wood Dale: Aslan Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (4.9 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Licotech Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Elk Grove Village, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.7 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- 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
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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 Wood Dale, IL
Most washer calls in Wood Dale 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Wood Dale
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wood Dale, IL
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Wood Dale technician can then bring the right parts for either one.