Dryers are simpler than most appliances, which is good news: the usual failures are wear parts that a technician can often replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hales Corners and the Milwaukee County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Hales Corners
40 repair companies serve Hales Corners from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.3 miles out. Of those, 9 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hales Corners. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 5.0, 5.2 |
Closest matches for Hales Corners: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (6.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (7.2 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a dryer in Hales Corners, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
Around Hales Corners
Most dryer calls in Hales Corners 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 Hales Corners Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hales Corners, WI
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a squeaking dryer dangerous?
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Brand-Specific Dryer Repair, Hales Corners
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Hales Corners faster and cheaper.