Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Marshalltown that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Marshalltown
Within 60 miles of Marshalltown there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Marshalltown itself, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Waterloo (4). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Marshalltown is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Marshalltown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 40 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 9.0, 21.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
The leading options for Marshalltown are Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.1 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.7 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (52.1 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Marshalltown. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Marshalltown, IA
Most washer calls in Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Marshalltown, IA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Marshalltown
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.