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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Newton, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Newton
Within 30 miles of Newton there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Newton, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (6), Ankeny (2), and Grinnell (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Budget Repair, about 0.6 miles away. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Newton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.9, 16.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
First up for Newton: Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Marshalltown, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Metro Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.7 stars from 613 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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 Newton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Newton
Most washer calls in Newton 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.
Before You Book in Newton
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Newton, IA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.