A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Shorewood and the Will County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Shorewood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shorewood. 2 of them are based in Shorewood itself, and the rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (4). 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Kankakee River Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shorewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Shorewood are NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (4.5 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (20.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (18.8 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Washer Problems Technicians See in Shorewood
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Shorewood Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Shorewood 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 Shorewood
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shorewood, IL
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Shorewood
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Shorewood technician gets at the parts.