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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Franklin, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Franklin WI
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (18), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Premier Franklin Appliance Repair, about 2.1 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (7.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Country Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Franklin. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Franklin
Most washer calls in Franklin 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Franklin
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin, WI
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Franklin
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.