A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Mundelein list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Mundelein
40 repair companies serve Mundelein from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Mundelein itself, and other nearby bases include Buffalo Grove (8), Vernon Hills (4), and Arlington Heights (4). Nearest on the list: A Absolute Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
The leading options for Mundelein are AMZ Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Mundelein
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Mundelein, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Local Notes for Mundelein
Most washer calls in Mundelein 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 Mundelein
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Mundelein, IL
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Before you call a Mundelein 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.