A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Stoughton.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Stoughton, WI
37 repair companies serve Stoughton from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Stoughton, and the rest are spread across Madison (16), Janesville (4), and Middleton (4). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Stoughton Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Stoughton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 9.3, 9.7 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
The leading options for Stoughton are Ghost Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (19.2 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Stoughton Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Stoughton quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 to Have Ready
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Stoughton, WI
Washer calls in Stoughton most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Stoughton
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Stoughton, WI
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
More Laundry Repair in Stoughton, WI
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Stoughton
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Stoughton technician gets at the parts.