A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Washington list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Washington, IA
Within 60 miles of Washington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Washington, and other nearby bases include Cedar Rapids (17), Iowa City (3), and Muscatine (3). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Nearest on the list: Lyons Appliance And Repair, around 0.7 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Washington is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 12.8, 18.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
The leading options for Washington are Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lyons Appliance And Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.0 stars from 15 reviews); Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (35.3 miles away, based in Muscatine, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance Repair Services (31.6 miles away, based in North Liberty, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Washington Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Washington
Most washer calls in Washington 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Washington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Washington, IA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Washington technician a trip for parts.