When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Columbia and the Monroe County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Columbia, IL
40 repair companies serve Columbia from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Columbia itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (21), Belleville (4), and Fairview Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Harres Home, about 1.3 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 5.6, 6.4 |
At the top of the Columbia list: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (16.1 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (15.1 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (17.6 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 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
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Columbia
Washer calls in Columbia 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.
Before You Book in Columbia
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia, IL
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why won't my washer drain?
Which areas near Columbia do these technicians cover?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Columbia
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Columbia technician gets at the parts.