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 West Des Moines listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near West Des Moines
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of West Des Moines. 3 of them are based in West Des Moines itself, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Ankeny (2). Central Appliances West is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from West Des Moines. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.1, 3.1 |
The leading options for West Des Moines are Warners' Stellian Appliance (2.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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)
Dryer Notes for West Des Moines, IA
Washer calls in West Des Moines 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
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 Dryer Repair Company in West Des Moines
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Des Moines, 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 West Des Moines technician gets at the parts.