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 Sturgeon Bay and the Door County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Sturgeon Bay
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sturgeon Bay. The rest are spread across Green Bay (12), De Pere (3), and Menominee (1). 4 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 23.1 miles out. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Sturgeon Bay is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 23.1, 23.1, 32.5 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
The leading options for Sturgeon Bay are Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (43.4 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Menominee, 4.4 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (54.7 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.2 miles away, based in Green Bay, 3.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Why the Vent Matters
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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?
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:
- 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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.
What Sturgeon Bay Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Sturgeon Bay 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 Sturgeon Bay Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Sturgeon Bay, WI
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Sturgeon Bay faster and cheaper.