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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Summit that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Summit WI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Summit. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (10), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summit. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 54 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.9, 4.0 |
Closest matches for Summit: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (20.1 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Oconomowoc, 4.1 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Summit. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Around Summit
Most washer calls in Summit 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Summit
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Summit, WI
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Summit technician can then bring the right parts for either one.