A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Chester listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Chester, IL
Within 60 miles of Chester there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across St. Louis (7), Belleville (4), and Fairview Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. 13 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 13.5 miles from Chester. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Chester is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.5, 28.2, 33.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
Closest matches for Chester: Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (34.3 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (46.5 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.9 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.3 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Chester quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Chester, IL
Washer calls in Chester most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Chester Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chester, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Chester technician gets at the parts.