Commercial laundry repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a home washer takes on coin-op or on-premise laundry equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Port Washington, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Laundromat & Coin-Op Washer Technicians, Port Washington WI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Port Washington. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (14), Wauwatosa (5), and Saukville (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Rescue Service, around 3.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Port Washington name commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.4, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 53 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
Closest matches for Port Washington: Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (25.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Advent Appliance Repair Service (6.4 miles away, based in Grafton, 4.8 stars from 170 reviews); Powerhouse Appliance LLC (3.4 miles away, based in Saukville, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews).
How Laundromat Washer Repairs Differ
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
- Door or lid stays locked after the cycle
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
- Machine will not start from coin or card
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as top-load coin machines, front-load washers or washer-extractors.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for washer repairs, for reference when a Port Washington company quotes commercial work:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Port Washington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Port Washington come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Port Washington Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Port Washington, WI
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial washers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
What is a washer-extractor?
How quickly can a technician get to a laundromat?
Other Washer Repair in Port Washington
Commercial Washer Repair Near Port Washington
Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number from each machine's data plate, whether it is a top-load coin machine or a front-load washer-extractor, and any code on the display. A Port Washington technician can then bring the right parts.