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 Highland list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Highland
40 repair companies serve Highland from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Highland, and the rest are spread across Chicago (4), Chicago Heights (3), and Gary (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Federal Refrigeration Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Highland. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.2, 3.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Highland: Appliance Pro (3.3 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (8.9 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); South Holland Appliance Repair LLC (7.8 miles away, based in South Holland, 2.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Highland Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Highland
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Around Highland
Most washer calls in Highland 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Highland
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Highland, IN
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Highland?
Is there anything I can try first?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Highland
Washing Machine Repair Near Highland
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 Highland technician a trip for parts.