Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. We sort the Murphysboro listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Murphysboro
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Murphysboro. 1 of them are based in Murphysboro itself, and the rest are spread across Centralia (3), Marion (2), and Paducah (2). 9 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Gillenberg Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Murphysboro. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 17 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Murphysboro is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 6.5, 16.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
At the top of the Murphysboro list: Sears Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mid America Services (6.5 miles away, based in Carbondale, 4.3 stars from 155 reviews); Gillenberg Sales & Service (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Murphysboro quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Murphysboro, IL
Washer calls in Murphysboro 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 Murphysboro
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Murphysboro, IL
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What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Murphysboro technician gets at the parts.