Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Elm Grove and the Waukesha County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Elm Grove
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Elm Grove. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Sixth Sense Service, LLC, around 1.3 miles out. 9 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.6, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Elm Grove are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (11.2 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (1.3 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Dryer Notes for Elm Grove, WI
Most dryer calls in Elm Grove come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
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.
Questions to Ask a Elm Grove Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Elm Grove, WI
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Elm Grove technician a trip for parts.