Washer & Dryer Repair in Chicago Ridge, IL

Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Chicago Ridge.

Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Chicago Ridge, IL

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chicago Ridge. 3 list an address in Chicago Ridge, and the rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Chicago (4), and Palos Heights (3). 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Repair Tech Chicago Ridge, about 0.2 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.

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.

First up for Chicago Ridge: Maywood Appliance (9.8 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

Washer Problems Worth a Call

• Musty smell from a front-loader
• Washer fills slowly or not at all
• Loud banging or rumbling on spin

Common Dryer Symptoms

• Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
• Drum turns but the air stays cool
• Cycles take two or three runs to finish

What a Washer Repair Involves

What Gets Checked on the Dryer

Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.

Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges

Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Chicago Ridge quote:

• Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• 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?
• Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?

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.

What to Have Ready

• 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
• Whether the dryer is gas or electric
• The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel

Dryer Notes for Chicago Ridge, IL

Washer calls in Chicago Ridge most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.

Before You Book in Chicago Ridge

• Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
• Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
• Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?

Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chicago Ridge, IL

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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Chicago Ridge technician gets at the parts.