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Appliance Repair in Chicago, IL

Compare 10 local appliance repair pros. Typical service: $129–$293.

Top Appliance Repair Companies in Chicago

  1. 1.Calumet Heights Appliance Repair

    4.7★ (76 reviews)

    4.7★ from 76 reviews

  2. 2.Jim-Co Appliance Repair.

    4.9★ (32 reviews)

    4.9★ from 32 reviews

  3. 3.Terry's Service Appliance Repair

    4.8★ (21 reviews)

    4.8★ from 21 reviews

  4. 4.South Shore Appliances and Repairs

    2.9★ (66 reviews)

    2.9★ from 66 reviews

  5. 5.American Service Alliance

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

  6. 6.Express Appliance Care & HVAC

    4.8★ (5 reviews)

    4.8★ from 5 reviews

  7. 7.Edbrokke Appliance Repair Team

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

  8. 8.Thermador Elite Appliance

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  9. 9.Hill's Appliance Repair

    3.3★ (3 reviews)

    3.3★ from 3 reviews

  10. 10.RepairRight Appliance Repair Masters

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

Appliance Repair Cost in Chicago

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Chicago
Appliance repair$129–$293/job
Diagnostic service call$82–$176/visit
Refrigerator repair$176–$468/job
Washer or dryer repair$152–$410/job

Appliance Repair prices in Chicago run about 17% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Chicago, rated 4.5★ on average across 220 customer reviews.

Chicago Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Chicago's weather means for scheduling appliance repair.

Last spring frost
April 11
First fall frost
October 27
Annual precipitation
39.09"
Heating degree days
5,989
Cooling degree days
1,045
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.2°31.5°2.06"
Feb21.7°35.8°1.94"
Mar30.9°46.8°2.72"
Apr41.7°59.2°3.64"
May51.6°70.2°4.13"
Jun62.1°79.9°4.06"
Jul67.5°84.2°4.01"
Aug66.2°82.1°3.99"
Sep57.5°75.3°3.31"
Oct45.7°62.8°3.24"
Nov34.5°48.6°3.42"
Dec22.7°35.3°2.57"

NOAA station data 5.14 miles from Chicago.

Permits & Regulations in IL

  • Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal
  • Chicago and many suburbs require local contractor registration for permitted work
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: No state handyman license; local contractor licensing

Sources: idfpr.illinois.gov

Appliance Repair FAQs for Chicago

How much does appliance repair cost in Chicago?

A typical appliance repair in Chicago runs $129-$293, including the service call and common parts.

How many appliance repair companies serve Chicago?

We track 10 appliance repair companies serving Chicago.

Is appliance repair in Chicago more expensive than average?

Appliance repair in Chicago runs about +17% versus the national average.

Why do refrigerators fail in Chicago summers?

With highs near 84F in Chicago, a refrigerator in a garage or a warm kitchen runs its compressor almost constantly, and condenser coils clogged with dust are the most common cause of summer failures.

Is it worth repairing an appliance in Chicago or should I replace it?

At $129-$293 for a typical repair in Chicago, repair usually makes sense unless the appliance is past about two-thirds of its expected life or the quote exceeds half the price of a new one.

Do appliance repair technicians in IL need a license?

In IL, Illinois has no statewide handyman or general contractor license; licensing and registration are municipal. Gas appliance work in Chicago should go to a technician qualified for gas connections.

Does Chicago winter cold affect washers and dryers?

Washers in unheated spaces can freeze when Chicago lows reach 18F, cracking valves and hoses, so garage laundry setups need the supply lines protected.

What does a diagnostic visit cost in Chicago?

Most Chicago appliance technicians charge a diagnostic fee that is credited toward the repair when you proceed; typical total repair costs run $129-$293.