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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Elkhorn
30 repair companies serve Elkhorn from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Janesville (4), McHenry (3), and Wonder Lake (2). 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Best Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 7.9 miles from Elkhorn. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 8.4, 14.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 30 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Elkhorn are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (25.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (14.5 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Country Appliance Repair (30.0 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Elkhorn
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Elkhorn
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Elkhorn
Most washer calls in Elkhorn 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Elkhorn
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Elkhorn, WI
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Elkhorn technician a trip for parts.