Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Waukesha, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Waukesha
Within 30 miles of Waukesha there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Hobart Service is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Waukesha. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.7, 6.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
The leading options for Waukesha are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (9.4 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Waukesha. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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.
Local Notes for Waukesha
Most washer calls in Waukesha 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 Waukesha Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waukesha, WI
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
More Washing Machine Repair in Waukesha, WI
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Waukesha
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.