When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Lowell and the Lake County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lowell, IN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lowell. Other nearby bases include Chicago Heights (3), Gary (3), and Valparaiso (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. D1 Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 9.6 miles from Lowell. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.6, 9.8, 11.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
At the top of the Lowell list: Appliance Pro (14.7 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Lowell
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lowell quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Lowell
Washer calls in Lowell 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.
Before You Book in Lowell
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lowell
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Lowell technician can then plan for both on one visit.