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 Shawano that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Shawano WI
Within 60 miles of Shawano there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Bay Tech Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 28.6 miles from Shawano. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Shawano is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 28.6, 30.8, 30.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
Closest matches for Shawano: Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (33.9 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (53.0 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.0 miles away, based in Green Bay, 3.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (36.1 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Shawano, WI
Most washer calls in Shawano 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 Shawano Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shawano, WI
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Shawano technician can then bring the right parts for either one.