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 Cicero listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cicero
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cicero. 4 of them are based in Cicero itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (11), Oak Park (7), and North Riverside (3). Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Cicero Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cicero. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cicero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
At the top of the Cicero list: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance of Chicago (7.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (6.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Cicero quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Cicero, IL
Washer calls in Cicero 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 Cicero Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cicero, IL
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Which areas near Cicero do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Cicero
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cicero
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Cicero technician can then plan for both on one visit.