A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Genoa.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Genoa
Within 30 miles of Genoa there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Genoa, and other nearby bases include Elgin (10), Lake in the Hills (6), and Rockford (4). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. The closest is Assured Appliance & Heating & Air, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 3.6, 7.2 |
First up for Genoa: Arrowhead Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Assured Appliance & Heating & Air (0.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.4 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Genoa quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Genoa, IL
Washer calls in Genoa 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 Genoa
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Genoa, IL
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Genoa
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Genoa technician gets at the parts.