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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Northlake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Northlake. Other nearby bases include Elmhurst (6), Chicago (4), and Melrose Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Berkeley Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Northlake. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Northlake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.8, 2.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
Closest matches for Northlake: Act Fast Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (7.3 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); IVAN Appliance Repairs (4.5 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (6.1 miles away, based in Lombard, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Northlake
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Northlake
Most washer calls in Northlake 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 Northlake
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Northlake, IL
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Washer Repair by Brand in Northlake
Washing Machine Repair Near Northlake
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Northlake faster and cheaper.