A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the McHenry listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near McHenry
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of McHenry. 3 list an address in McHenry, and the rest are spread across Lake in the Hills (6), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Priority Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from McHenry. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.4, 1.6 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
At the top of the McHenry list: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CJ Appliances (14.2 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in McHenry
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 McHenry quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What McHenry Owners Should Know
Washer calls in McHenry 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 McHenry Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: McHenry, IL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Other Dryer Repair in McHenry
Washer & Dryer Repair Near McHenry
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the McHenry technician gets at the parts.