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 Kankakee and the Kankakee County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Kankakee
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kankakee. 2 list an address in Kankakee, and other nearby bases include Steger (2), Frankfort (2), and Mokena (2). The closest is Regie's Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kankakee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 2.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
First up for Kankakee: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Major Appliance Repair Service, L.L.C. (18.4 miles away, based in Peotone, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Steger).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kankakee quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Kankakee
Washer calls in Kankakee 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 Kankakee
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kankakee, IL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Kankakee and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Kankakee technician gets at the parts.