Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Cicero and the Cook County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Cicero
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cicero. 4 of them are based in Cicero itself, and the rest are spread across Chicago (11), Oak Park (7), and North Riverside (3). Cicero Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cicero. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cicero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Cicero: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IVAN Appliance Repairs (5.8 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (7.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Cicero
Before replacing a washer in Cicero, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Cicero
Most washer calls in Cicero 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 Cicero
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cicero, IL
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Before you call a Cicero technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.