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 Midlothian, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Midlothian, IL
Within 30 miles of Midlothian there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Midlothian, and other nearby bases include Chicago (6), Orland Park (5), and Tinley Park (4). The closest is Emergency Appliance Repair in Midlothian, about 0.4 miles away. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Midlothian: Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (2.6 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Midlothian Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Midlothian, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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 Midlothian
Most washer calls in Midlothian 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 Midlothian
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Midlothian, IL
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Before you call a Midlothian 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.