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 Milwaukee and the Milwaukee County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Milwaukee
Within 30 miles of Milwaukee there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 19 of them are based in Milwaukee itself, and other nearby bases include Wauwatosa (5), Brookfield (3), and West Allis (2). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Appliance Repair Service, around 1.6 miles out. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Milwaukee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
The leading options for Milwaukee are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (15.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Milwaukee, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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 hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
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 Milwaukee
Milwaukee Water Works, which supplies Milwaukee, reports hardness of about 137 mg/L (range 112-142 mg/L), roughly 8 grains per gallon; the utility calls it moderately hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Milwaukee Water Works: Water hardness FAQ
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 Milwaukee
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Milwaukee, WI
What should I check before calling?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Milwaukee
Washing Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Milwaukee 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.