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 Herrin list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Herrin
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Herrin. 1 of them are based in Herrin itself, and other nearby bases include Paducah (7), Centralia (3), and Marion (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 10 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Tenvix Appliance Works, around 0.3 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Herrin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Herrin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 2.4, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
First up for Herrin: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.0 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.9 miles away, based in Carmi, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Herrin
What Gets Fixed on a Herrin Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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 Herrin
Most washer calls in Herrin 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 Herrin
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Herrin, IL
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Herrin
More Washing Machine Repair Pages Nearby
Before you call a Herrin 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.