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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Salem and the Marion County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Salem
32 repair companies serve Salem from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Salem, and other nearby bases include Belleville (4), Centralia (3), and Olney (3). Liberty Appliance & Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Salem. 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Salem is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.2, 10.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Salem list: Liberty Appliance & Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Centralia, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (55.5 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.3 miles away, based in Olney, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Salem Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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 Salem
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Salem, IL
Most washer calls in Salem 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Salem
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Salem, IL
Do you cover Salem and nearby towns?
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Salem
More Washing Machine Repair Pages Nearby
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 Salem technician a trip for parts.