When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Storm Lake listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Storm Lake
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Storm Lake. 2 of them are based in Storm Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Algona (2), Spencer (1), and Carroll (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 2 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Zone Home Entertainment, around 0.3 miles out. The 9 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Storm Lake is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.7, 34.4 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
Closest matches for Storm Lake: Sears Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.2 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Melander's Appliance and Bedding (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zone Home Entertainment (0.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- 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 Storm Lake quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Around Storm Lake
Washer calls in Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Storm Lake, IA
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Storm Lake technician gets at the parts.