In Cedar Lake, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Cedar Lake and the Lake County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cedar Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cedar Lake. The rest are spread across Chicago Heights (3), Gary (3), and Valparaiso (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Affordable Electrical Repair LLC, about 5.8 miles away. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cedar Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.1, 8.7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
At the top of the Cedar Lake list: Appliance Pro (9.2 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (18.4 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Cedar Lake
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Cedar Lake
Washer calls in Cedar Lake most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Indiana licenses plumbers statewide through the Indiana Plumbing Commission but has no statewide HVAC technician license, so heating and mechanical contractor licensing, including gas appliance work, is set by individual counties and cities. Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development NextLevel Jobs: HVAC Technician
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Cedar Lake Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cedar Lake, IN
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Cedar Lake and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Cedar Lake technician gets at the parts.