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. Below are the companies within reach of Lincolnwood, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Lincolnwood, IL
40 repair companies serve Lincolnwood from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Lincolnwood itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Skokie (7), and Evanston (7). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. 13 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Lincolnwood Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
The leading options for Lincolnwood are Ivan Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Evanston, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVA HVAC & Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lincolnwood
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lincolnwood
Before replacing a washer in Lincolnwood, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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 Lincolnwood
Most washer calls in Lincolnwood 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lincolnwood
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lincolnwood, IL
Why is there water left in my washer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
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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 Lincolnwood technician a trip for parts.