When a washer quits in Tichigan, 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 Tichigan, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Tichigan, WI
Within 30 miles of Tichigan there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (12), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee is the nearest, roughly 6.7 miles from Tichigan. 10 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.7, 12.5, 13.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Tichigan list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (6.7 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (17.7 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (18.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Tichigan
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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 Tichigan, WI
Most washer calls in Tichigan 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 Tichigan
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Tichigan, WI
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Before you call a Tichigan 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.