Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Jefferson list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Jefferson
28 repair companies serve Jefferson from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Madison (7), Janesville (4), and Sun Prairie (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 12.2 miles from Jefferson. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.2, 12.2, 15.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
The leading options for Jefferson are Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Country Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Main Appliance Service (26.0 miles away, based in Madison, 3.9 stars from 116 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Jefferson. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Jefferson Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Jefferson 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 Jefferson Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jefferson, WI
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Jefferson
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Jefferson
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.