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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Sioux Center that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Sioux Center
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sioux Center. The rest are spread across Sioux Falls (11), Sioux City (4), and Rock Valley (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Landegent's Appliance Service, about 8.4 miles away. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Sioux Center is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.4, 19.6, 20.4 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Sioux Center: Midtek Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (42.6 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.4 miles away, based in Sioux City, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landegent's Appliance Service (8.4 miles away, based in Rock Valley, 4.8 stars from 68 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Sioux Center
Most washer calls in Sioux Center 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 Sioux Center
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Sioux Center, IA
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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.