Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses and unrelated trades, and put companies that list laundry appliance work at the top.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Wausau
17 repair companies serve Wausau from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Wausau itself, and other nearby bases include Stevens Point (2), Wisconsin Rapids (2), and Rhinelander (2). Distances run up to about 55 miles. Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is A-Aaron Appliance Repair., about 0.2 miles away. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wausau is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wausau. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 9.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
First up for Wausau: Heins Appliance (52.3 miles away, based in Shawano, 4.9 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Antigo, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Wausau
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Wausau
Check the Vent Before You Call
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Around Wausau
Most dryer calls in Wausau 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 Wausau
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Wausau, WI
Why is my dryer squealing?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Do you cover Wausau and nearby towns?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Wausau
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Wausau technician a trip for parts.