Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Wood River, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Wood River IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wood River. 1 list an address in Wood River, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (15), Alton (4), and Edwardsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Miller Kitchen Appliance Care is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Wood River. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.3, 3.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Wood River: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (19.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (20.1 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.3 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Jerseyville, 4.3 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Wood River
Most washer calls in Wood River 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 Wood River
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wood River, IL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Wood River
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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 River technician can then bring the right parts for either one.