In Highland, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Highland listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Highland
40 repair companies serve Highland from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Highland, and the rest are spread across Chicago (4), Chicago Heights (3), and Gary (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Nearest on the list: Federal Refrigeration Inc, around 0.7 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.2, 3.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
The leading options for Highland are Appliance Pro (3.3 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service (8.9 miles away, based in South Holland, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Steger).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Highland Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Highland 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 Highland Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland, IN
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Highland 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 Highland technician gets at the parts.