Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hales Corners that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hales Corners
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hales Corners. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.3 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hales Corners. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 5.0, 5.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
At the top of the Hales Corners list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (6.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Country Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hales Corners. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Hales Corners Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hales Corners 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 Hales Corners
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hales Corners, WI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.