Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Yorkville 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 Yorkville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Yorkville. The rest are spread across Aurora (24), Plainfield (7), and Oswego (3). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 4.4 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 6.0, 6.2 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Yorkville list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Plano, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leonardi Appliance (9.2 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (12.4 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (19.6 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- 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
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Yorkville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What Yorkville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Yorkville 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 Yorkville
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Yorkville, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Yorkville
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 Yorkville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.