A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Des Plaines and the Cook County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Des Plaines
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Des Plaines. 10 of them are based in Des Plaines itself, and other nearby bases include Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. United Appliances Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.0 miles from Des Plaines. 17 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Des Plaines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 22 |
| Mention washers | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
Closest matches for Des Plaines: Unique Repair Services, Inc. (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Main Appliance Reliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ali Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (4.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Des Plaines
Washer calls in Des Plaines 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Des Plaines
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not 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 Des Plaines technician gets at the parts.