Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Grinnell, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Grinnell
Within 60 miles of Grinnell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Grinnell, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Cedar Rapids (4). Distances run up to about 55 miles. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Starnes TV & Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Grinnell. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 38 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Grinnell is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grinnell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 16.9, 17.2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Grinnell: Sears Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Oskaloosa, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Marshalltown, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Grinnell. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Grinnell
Most washer calls in Grinnell 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 Grinnell Washer Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Grinnell, IA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Grinnell technician can then bring the right parts for either one.