When a washer quits in Crystal Lake, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Crystal Lake list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Crystal Lake, IL
Within 30 miles of Crystal Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Crystal Lake, and the rest are spread across Elgin (8), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Crystal Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.4, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
First up for Crystal Lake: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Advent Appliance (18.1 miles away, based in Schaumburg, 4.9 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Crystal Lake
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Crystal Lake
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
What Crystal Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Crystal Lake, IL
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Crystal Lake faster and cheaper.