Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Cedarburg list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Cedarburg
40 repair companies serve Cedarburg from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Cedarburg, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (14), Wauwatosa (5), and Thiensville (2). Distances run up to about 20 miles. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Bloch Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Cedarburg. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cedarburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.7, 4.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 59 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
Closest matches for Cedarburg: Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (29.2 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (17.9 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cedarburg
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Cedarburg, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
Around Cedarburg
Most washer calls in Cedarburg 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.
Before You Book in Cedarburg
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cedarburg, WI
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Washer Repair by Brand in Cedarburg
Washing Machine Repair Near Cedarburg
Before you call a Cedarburg technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.