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 Norridge and the Cook County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Norridge
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Norridge. Other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Melrose Park (3), and Elmwood Park (3). 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Whirlpool Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 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.
| Mention washers | 15 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 0.8 |
At the top of the Norridge list: IVAN Appliance Repairs (3.3 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Melrose Park, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.3 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Norridge quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Norridge Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Norridge 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 Norridge Technician
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Norridge, IL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Norridge
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Norridge
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Norridge technician gets at the parts.