A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving De Pere and the Brown County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near De Pere
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of De Pere. 3 of them are based in De Pere itself, and the rest are spread across Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Ashwaubenon (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Green Bay, about 1.1 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from De Pere. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the De Pere list: Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (1.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (10.5 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Green Bay, 3.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Appleton, 4.2 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in De Pere
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in De Pere, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for De Pere
Most washer calls in De Pere 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 De Pere
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: De Pere, WI
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Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, De Pere
Washing Machine Repair Near De Pere
Before you call a De Pere 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.