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 Crestwood.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Crestwood, IL
Within 30 miles of Crestwood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Crestwood, and the rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Chicago (5), and Orland Park (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Total Appliance Services, around 1.1 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.6, 1.7 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Crestwood are Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (7.1 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Crestwood
And on the Dryer Side
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 Crestwood quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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)
- Any error code on the display
Around Crestwood
Washer calls in Crestwood 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Crestwood
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Crestwood, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Crestwood and nearby towns?
Other Dryer Repair in Crestwood
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Crestwood technician gets at the parts.