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 Osceola that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Osceola
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Osceola. The rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. The Appliance Guy is the nearest, roughly 18.7 miles from Osceola. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Osceola is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.7, 24.2, 35.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Osceola: Sears Appliance Repair (40.6 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (40.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (41.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.6 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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 washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Osceola. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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.
What Osceola Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Osceola 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 Osceola
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Osceola, IA
What stops a washer from spinning?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Osceola
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 Osceola technician can then bring the right parts for either one.