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 Gillespie and the Macoupin County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gillespie
18 repair companies serve Gillespie from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Gillespie, and other nearby bases include Alton (4), Edwardsville (3), and Jerseyville (3). The closest is Alderbrook Appliance Works, about 0.2 miles away. 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 14 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 10.9, 19.5 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
Closest matches for Gillespie: Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Jerseyville, 4.3 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shaw's Appliance Sales & Services (27.5 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.3 stars from 29 reviews); Alton Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Alton, 2.5 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (24.2 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 5,567 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Gillespie, IL
Washer calls in Gillespie 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 Gillespie Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gillespie, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Which areas near Gillespie do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Gillespie technician gets at the parts.