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. The Schererville 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 Schererville
40 repair companies serve Schererville from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Schererville, and other nearby bases include Gary (3), Chicago Heights (3), and Chicago (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Pro, around 1.7 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.5, 3.1 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
Closest matches for Schererville: Appliance Pro (1.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (11.9 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Schererville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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.
Local Notes for Schererville
Most washer calls in Schererville 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Schererville
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Schererville, IN
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.