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 Kimberly and the Outagamie County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Kimberly, WI
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kimberly. The rest are spread across Green Bay (12), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). Nearest on the list: All Brands Appliance.., around 2.1 miles out. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 30 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 3.3, 3.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
Closest matches for Kimberly: Mr. Appliance of Appleton (6.7 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (21.6 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (18.1 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Appleton, 4.2 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Kimberly
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kimberly
Why the Vent Matters
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Before replacing a dryer in Kimberly, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What Kimberly Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Kimberly 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Kimberly
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Kimberly, WI
Can the same technician fix a gas dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Kimberly
Dryer Repair Near Kimberly
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Kimberly faster and cheaper.