A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Milwaukee and the Milwaukee County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Local Dryer Repair in Milwaukee, WI
40 repair companies serve Milwaukee from within 30 miles. 19 list an address in Milwaukee, and other nearby bases include Wauwatosa (5), Brookfield (3), and West Allis (2). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Appliance Repair Service, around 1.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Milwaukee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.7, 1.9 |
At the top of the Milwaukee list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (15.0 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Milwaukee
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Milwaukee
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
What Milwaukee Owners Should Know
Gas dryers in Milwaukee are typically served by We Energies. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: City of Milwaukee Citywide Policy Plan: Utilities chapter
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.
Before You Book in Milwaukee
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Milwaukee, WI
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Milwaukee
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Before you call a Milwaukee technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.