A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Berlin list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Berlin
Within 60 miles of Berlin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Appleton (7), Oshkosh (4), and Fond du Lac (4). 13 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Dave's Appliance & Tech Services, about 14.9 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Berlin is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Berlin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.9, 18.3, 18.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 58 |
Closest matches for Berlin: Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (18.4 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home Parts & Service Department (26.1 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (48.3 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Berlin Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Berlin 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.
Before You Book in Berlin
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Berlin, WI
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Berlin
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.