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 Wisconsin Rapids list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Wisconsin Rapids WI
18 repair companies serve Wisconsin Rapids from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Wisconsin Rapids itself, and other nearby bases include Stevens Point (2), Wausau (2), and Plover (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Extreme Care Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 18 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wisconsin Rapids is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wisconsin Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 4.0, 14.7 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
At the top of the Wisconsin Rapids list: M&S Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Extreme Care Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.3 miles away, based in Mauston, 4.4 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Most washer calls in Wisconsin Rapids 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 Wisconsin Rapids
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wisconsin Rapids, WI
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Wisconsin Rapids
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wisconsin Rapids
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.