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.
Who Repairs Washers Near Washington
Within 30 miles of Washington there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Bloomington (9), Peoria (8), and Pekin (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 9 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Fixit, about 5.3 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Washington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.3, 6.5, 8.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Washington: Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (10.9 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Horner's Appliance (10.7 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (29.6 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Washington
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
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.
What Washington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Washington 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.
Questions to Ask a Washington Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Washington, IL
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Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Washer Repair by Brand in Washington
Washing Machine Repair Near Washington
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 Washington technician a trip for parts.