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Appliance Repair in Madison, WI

Compare 6 local appliance repair pros. Typical service: $127–$289.

Top Appliance Repair Companies in Madison

  1. 1.Kirch Appliance Inc

    4.3★ (150 reviews)

    4.3★ from 150 reviews

    +16082464246Website

  2. 2.Gary's Appliance Repair

    4.6★ (67 reviews)

    4.6★ from 67 reviews

    +18882716754

  3. 3.Main Appliance Service

    3.9★ (116 reviews)

    3.9★ from 116 reviews

    +16087097058Website

  4. 4.Broadview Appliance Repair Professionals

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  5. 5.Ironwood Appliance Repair Services

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +13532017771

  6. 6.GE Appliance Repair

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18663318668Website

Appliance Repair Cost in Madison

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Appliance repair$127–$289/job
Diagnostic service call$81–$173/visit
Refrigerator repair$173–$462/job
Washer or dryer repair$150–$405/job

Appliance Repair prices in Madison run about 16% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Madison, rated 4.6★ on average across 339 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Madison's weather means for scheduling appliance repair.

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

  • Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings
  • Work that needs no permit carries no state credential requirement
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor credential for permitted work

Sources: dsps.wi.gov

Appliance Repair FAQs for Madison

How much does appliance repair cost in Madison?

A typical appliance repair in Madison runs $127-$289, including the service call and common parts.

How many appliance repair companies serve Madison?

We track 6 appliance repair companies serving Madison.

Is appliance repair in Madison more expensive than average?

Appliance repair in Madison runs about +15.6% versus the national average.

Why do refrigerators fail in Madison summers?

With highs near 82F in Madison, a refrigerator in a garage or a warm kitchen runs its compressor almost constantly, and condenser coils clogged with dust are the most common cause of summer failures.

Is it worth repairing an appliance in Madison or should I replace it?

At $127-$289 for a typical repair in Madison, repair usually makes sense unless the appliance is past about two-thirds of its expected life or the quote exceeds half the price of a new one.

Do appliance repair technicians in WI need a license?

In WI, Wisconsin has no handyman license; a DSPS Dwelling Contractor credential is required to pull permits on one- and two-family dwellings. Gas appliance work in Madison should go to a technician qualified for gas connections.

Does Madison winter cold affect washers and dryers?

Washers in unheated spaces can freeze when Madison lows reach 11F, cracking valves and hoses, so garage laundry setups need the supply lines protected.

What does a diagnostic visit cost in Madison?

Most Madison appliance technicians charge a diagnostic fee that is credited toward the repair when you proceed; typical total repair costs run $127-$289.