A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of St. Francis, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Repair Companies Near St. Francis
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Francis. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Of those, 8 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. Ryan’s Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from St. Francis. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Francis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.3, 2.7 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for St. Francis: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (14.9 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Cudahy, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (10.8 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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
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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in St. Francis
Before replacing a dryer in St. Francis, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Local Notes for St. Francis
Most dryer calls in St. Francis 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 St. Francis
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Francis, WI
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in St. Francis faster and cheaper.