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. The companies below serve Oak Park and the Cook County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Oak Park, IL
40 repair companies serve Oak Park from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Oak Park itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (10), Cicero (4), and Elmwood Park (3). 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Solid Oak Park Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 35 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 | 10 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.7, 0.8 |
At the top of the Oak Park list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (4.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IVAN Appliance Repairs (2.4 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (3.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maywood Appliance (4.8 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Oak Park
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Oak Park quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Oak Park
Washer calls in Oak Park 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 Oak Park
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Oak Park, IL
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Which areas near Oak Park do these technicians cover?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Oak Park technician can then plan for both on one visit.