When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Creston.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Creston, IA
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Creston. 1 list an address in Creston, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (3). Boyd Appliance Center Inc. is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Creston. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Creston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 26.4, 43.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 29 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
The leading options for Creston are Boyd Appliance Center Inc. (0.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (45.6 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.3 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (50.0 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Creston
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Creston quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Creston
Washer calls in Creston most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Questions to Ask a Creston Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Creston, IA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which areas near Creston do these technicians cover?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Creston
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Creston technician gets at the parts.