Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Paris, IL
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Paris. The rest are spread across Champaign (5), Crawfordsville (3), and West Terre Haute (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Crossroads Appliance Repair, around 12.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 19 businesses. Paris is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paris. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.5, 16.3, 19.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Paris: Ace Washer Supplies Inc (19.1 miles away, based in Terre Haute, 4.3 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Central Indiana (51.1 miles away, based in Crawfordsville, 4.8 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (53.5 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.6 miles away, based in Mattoon, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Paris
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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 Paris
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Paris, IL
Most washer calls in Paris 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 Paris
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Paris, IL
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Paris technician a trip for parts.