When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Waukesha listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Waukesha
Within 30 miles of Waukesha there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Hobart Service is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Waukesha. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.7, 6.9 |
The leading options for Waukesha are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (9.4 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Waukesha quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Waukesha
Washer calls in Waukesha 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.
Questions to Ask a Waukesha Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waukesha, WI
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Waukesha
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Waukesha technician gets at the parts.