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 Muscatine.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Muscatine, IA
Within 30 miles of Muscatine there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Muscatine, and the rest are spread across Davenport (20), Iowa City (3), and Moline (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Landmark Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Muscatine. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Muscatine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
First up for Muscatine: Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GARY POND APPLIANCE REPAIR AND COIN LAUNDRY SERVICE LLC. (28.3 miles away, based in Milan, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Davenport, 3.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Muscatine quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Muscatine
Washer calls in Muscatine 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Muscatine
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Muscatine, IA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Muscatine technician gets at the parts.