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. The Elk Grove Village list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Elk Grove Village, IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Elk Grove Village. 4 list an address in Elk Grove Village, and the rest are spread across Schaumburg (8), Des Plaines (7), and Arlington Heights (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: E G V Appliances, around 1.3 miles out. 12 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elk Grove Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.7, 1.8 |
The leading options for Elk Grove Village are Aslan Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (4.0 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Act Fast Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Licotech Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Elk Grove Village
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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 Elk Grove Village
Most washer calls in Elk Grove Village 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 Elk Grove Village
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Elk Grove Village, IL
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Washer Repair by Brand in Elk Grove Village
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Elk Grove Village technician a trip for parts.