When a washer quits in Somers, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. Below are the companies within reach of Somers, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Somers
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Somers. The rest are spread across Kenosha (6), Waukegan (6), and Racine (3). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Titan Kenosha Appliance Repair, around 2.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Somers. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 3.9, 4.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Somers list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (21.7 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tech-Care Services (3.9 miles away, based in Sturtevant, 3.8 stars from 108 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Somers
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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.
Laundry Notes for Somers, WI
Most washer calls in Somers 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 Somers
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Somers, WI
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Before you call a Somers 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.