A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Grimes that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Grimes IA
26 repair companies serve Grimes from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Grimes, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Grimes. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grimes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 3.3, 3.7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
Closest matches for Grimes: Westside Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Grimes. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Laundry Notes for Grimes, IA
Most washer calls in Grimes 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.
Questions to Ask a Grimes Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Grimes, IA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.