Washer & Dryer Repair in Prospect Heights, IL

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 Prospect Heights and the Cook County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.

Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Prospect Heights, IL

Within 30 miles of Prospect Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Prospect Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Arlington Heights (11), Wheeling (8), and Buffalo Grove (7). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: appliance repair be gone, around 1.6 miles out. 18 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.

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First up for Prospect Heights: AMZ Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.3 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Guys Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Deerfield, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews).

Washer Problems Worth a Call

• Leaks under or behind the washer
• Loud banging or rumbling on spin
• Lid or door will not unlock

Dryer Problems Worth a Call

• Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
• Burning or hot smell during a cycle
• Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle

Washer Problems Technicians See in Prospect Heights

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

Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:

• Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
• Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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
• The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
• How long the vent run is and where it exits the house

Around Prospect Heights

Washer calls in Prospect Heights most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.

Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Prospect Heights

• How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
• Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
• Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?

Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Prospect Heights, IL

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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Prospect Heights technician gets at the parts.