Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Harvard list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Harvard
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Harvard. The rest are spread across Lake in the Hills (6), Belvidere (3), and McHenry (3). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Leek's Motor Services, around 10.6 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.6, 11.2, 12.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Harvard: Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (18.9 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Assured Appliance & Heating & Air (23.2 miles away, based in Genoa, 4.8 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
Local Notes for Harvard
Most washer calls in Harvard 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.
Before You Book in Harvard
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Harvard, IL
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Harvard
Washing Machine Repair Near Harvard
Before you call a Harvard 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.