Frigidaire owners in Urbandale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Urbandale list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire washers and other brands.
Independent Frigidaire Washer Technicians, Urbandale IA
Within 30 miles of Urbandale there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Urbandale itself, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), West Des Moines (2), and Ankeny (2). No company within 90 miles of Urbandale mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Harper Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.6 miles out. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention Frigidaire | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
The leading options for Urbandale are Westside Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (1.5 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire sells top-load and laundry center washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your Frigidaire Washer
What Makes Frigidaire Washer Repairs Different
The drain standpipe should be no taller than 96 inches and at least 1-1/4 inches across, and the hose should not be sealed airtight into it. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
A top-load washer will not spin with the lid open, so an open lid can look like a drain problem. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E2 water takes too long to drain
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Off balance / shaking. Level the washer, confirm the foam shipping support was removed, and redistribute any clothes bunched on one side. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance
- Washer not draining. Check whether the washer was moved or the drain hose bumped, then straighten any kink in the drain hose. Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer is not draining
Reading a Frigidaire Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E4 | The washer is out of balance during spin (top load). Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E4 washer is out of balance |
| E2 | Water is taking too long to drain or not draining properly (top load). Source: Frigidaire - Top loading washer Error Code E2 water takes too long to drain |
Frigidaire Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Frigidaire Washers
- Use new fill hoses with rubber washers, replace flood-safe hoses with standard washer hoses, and run both faucets before connecting to flush debris away from the valve screens. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Water Supply Guide
- Level the washer front to back and side to side on a solid floor, then tighten the leveling-leg lock nuts; legs should not extend more than half an inch below the base. Source: Frigidaire - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
What Frigidaire Washer Repairs Cost
A Frigidaire washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Urbandale
Most washer calls in Urbandale come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Urbandale
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Frigidaire Washer Repair FAQs: Urbandale, IA
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Frigidaire repair.