Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving DeKalb and the DeKalb County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near DeKalb
Within 30 miles of DeKalb there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Aurora (9), Elgin (8), and St. Charles (5). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Knodle's Appliance Services Co Inc is the nearest, roughly 5.0 miles from DeKalb. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from DeKalb. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.0, 7.9, 11.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
The leading options for DeKalb are Arrowhead Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Leonardi Appliance (24.9 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews); Assured Appliance & Heating & Air (11.9 miles away, based in Genoa, 4.8 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (24.8 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in DeKalb
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in DeKalb, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Around DeKalb
Most washer calls in DeKalb 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.
Questions to Ask a DeKalb Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: DeKalb, IL
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, DeKalb
Washing Machine Repair Near DeKalb
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in DeKalb faster and cheaper.