A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Des Plaines and the Cook County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Des Plaines, IL
40 repair companies serve Des Plaines from within 30 miles. 10 list an address in Des Plaines, and the rest are spread across Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: United Appliances Repair, around 0.0 miles out. 17 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Mention washer work | 22 |
The leading options for Des Plaines are Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (4.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Appliance Repair Park Ridge (1.9 miles away, based in Park Ridge, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (3.6 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Des Plaines Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Des Plaines, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Laundry Notes for Des Plaines, IL
Most washer calls in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Des Plaines faster and cheaper.