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 Lawrenceville list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Lawrenceville, IL
Within 60 miles of Lawrenceville there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Evansville (7), Olney (3), and Jasper (3). 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Jim Scherer Repair, about 21.5 miles away. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Lawrenceville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 21 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.5, 21.9, 21.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
At the top of the Lawrenceville list: Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Olney, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.3 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.4 miles away, based in Carmi, 4.6 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- 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
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lawrenceville
Before replacing a washer in Lawrenceville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Lawrenceville, IL
Most washer calls in Lawrenceville 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 Lawrenceville
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lawrenceville, IL
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Washer Repair by Brand in Lawrenceville
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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 Lawrenceville technician a trip for parts.