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Washer and Dryer Repair in Cedar Rapids
We repair dryers and washers in your home, and we can fix both on the same visit. Washers that won’t drain or spin usually have a lid switch or pump problem, and we test both machines before we quote.
- Both machines in one visit
- Price before any work
- 90-day OEM parts and labor warranty
- All major brands
Most dryer repairs
$75 to $200
Washer repairs are priced after diagnosis. Either way, you approve the price before we start.
The short answer
We repair washers and dryers in Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha, and one technician can fix both on a single visit. The most common washer faults are a failed lid switch or door lock and a clogged or failed drain pump. Dryer repairs typically cost $75 to $200, and washer repairs are priced after diagnosis.
2 machines
fixed on one visit when both need work
$75 to $200
typical dryer repair, parts and labor
90 days
OEM parts and labor warranty
Both machines, one visit
Dryers are most of what we do, but washers use the same kind of motors, switches, pumps and control boards, and we test them the same way, with a meter, one part at a time. When both machines need work, one technician on one visit means one trip and one afternoon at home instead of two.
Tell us about both machines when you call, with the brand and what each one is doing, and we’ll bring parts for both.
Washer problems we fix
Most washer failures come down to a handful of parts that wear out. These are the calls we get most.
Won’t spin or drain
The most common washer call. On top-loaders, a failed lid switch or lock makes the washer think the lid is open, so it won’t spin or drain. A clogged or failed drain pump is the other usual cause. Coins, socks and hair ties in the pump filter stop the water leaving.
What we test: the lid switch or door lock, the pump and the pump filter.
Won’t start or no power
A dead washer often has a failed lid switch or door lock, a tripped outlet (many laundry outlets are GFCI), or a control board fault. We check the cheap parts before the expensive one.
What we test: the outlet, the lock or switch, then the control board.
Leaking water
Leaks come from a torn door boot on front-loaders, a cracked fill hose, a loose drain hose or a failing pump seal. A $20 hose and a pump are very different repairs, so we find the source before we quote.
What we test: the hoses, the door boot, the pump and the tub seal.
Loud banging or grinding on spin
Banging is often an unbalanced load or worn suspension springs or dampers. A roar or grind that gets louder at high speed usually means worn tub bearings.
What we test: the suspension, the drive coupling and the tub bearings.
Before you call about a washer that won’t drain: turn it off, unplug it and check the pump filter if your washer has one (usually behind a small panel at the bottom front). Put down towels first, because water will come out. A lot of no-drain calls are a sock or coins in that filter.
Dryer problems we fix
Dryers are our specialty, and each symptom has its own guide with causes, checks and prices.
| Dryer problem | Usual cause | Read more |
|---|---|---|
| Runs but no heat | Thermal fuse, element, igniter or a blocked vent | Dryer not heating |
| Won’t start | Door switch, thermal fuse or breaker | Dryer won’t start |
| Drum won’t turn | Broken belt or worn idler | Dryer not spinning |
| Thumping or squealing | Worn rollers or idler pulley | Dryer making noise |
| Stops partway through | Overheating from a blocked vent | Dryer shuts off mid-cycle |
Brands and types
- Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore and Amana: top-load and front-load washers and matching dryers. Many older pairs in Cedar Rapids are still running on these.
- Samsung and LG: front-loaders, top-loaders and stacked units. We read their error codes on site.
- GE and Frigidaire: washers and dryers, including stacked laundry centers.
- Stacked and compact pairs: common in downtown apartments and condos, where 68% of homes in the 52401 ZIP code heat with electricity.
Newer homes in Marion, Hiawatha and Bowman Woods tend to have front-load pairs on pedestals. Older homes on the southeast and southwest sides more often have top-loaders in the basement, sometimes past 15 years old.
Pairs bought after the 2008 flood
The 2008 flood reached 5,390 houses in Cedar Rapids, and many families replaced their washer and dryer together in 2008 and 2009. Those pairs are now 16 to 18 years old, and when one fails, people often ask whether to fix it or replace both.
Our rule of thumb: if the repair is under half the price of a comparable new machine and the rest of the machine is sound, fix it. If a washer needs tub bearings or a dryer needs a motor at that age, replacing it is often the better buy, and we’ll say so. You don’t have to replace both just because they were bought together. Our repair or replace guide has the numbers.
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Only if both have real problems. A working dryer doesn’t need to go because the washer died. Matching looks nice, but most washers and dryers pair fine across brands. We’ll give you an honest read on each machine.
What washer and dryer repair costs
Most dryer repairs in Cedar Rapids cost $75 to $200 for parts and labor, and our dryer repair cost guide lists every part. Washer repairs vary more by brand and model, so we give you the exact price after the diagnosis and before any work starts.
| Washer repair | Typical time on site |
|---|---|
| Lid switch or door lock | 30 to 60 min |
| Drain pump or clearing the pump | 30 to 75 min |
| Fill or drain hose | 20 to 40 min |
| Suspension springs or dampers | 45 to 90 min |
| Door boot (front-loader) | 60 to 90 min |
Washer prices are quoted on site because parts vary a lot by model.
Dryer not working?
Tell us the brand and what each machine is doing. Calls before noon usually get a same-day visit.
Washer and dryer repair: more questions
Questions we hear on laundry calls around Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha.
Can you fix my washer and dryer on the same visit?
Yes. Tell us about both when you call and we’ll bring parts for both. You pay for one trip and wait for one visit.
Why won’t my washer spin or drain?
On top-loaders, a failed lid switch or lock is the most common cause, because the washer thinks the lid is open. On front-loaders, a clogged pump filter or a failed drain pump is more likely. Both are quick to test.
My front-load washer smells musty. Can you fix that?
The smell usually comes from the door boot and the pump filter. Leave the door open between loads, wipe the boot and run a cleaning cycle. If the boot is torn or the drain is slow, those are repairs we can make.
Do you repair stacked washer and dryer units?
Yes. Stacked units take a little longer because the dryer has to come off the washer for some repairs. See stackable washer and dryer repair, and for rentals, our landlord page.
How long do washers and dryers usually last?
Most last about 10 to 13 years with normal family use. Heavy daily loads shorten that, and a clean dryer vent and a clean washer pump filter lengthen it. Age alone isn’t a reason to replace a machine that only needs a switch or a belt.
Get your laundry room working again
Call before noon for a same-day visit in Cedar Rapids, Marion or Hiawatha. You get the price before we start, and OEM parts and labor carry a 90-day warranty. For dryer problems, see our main dryer repair in Cedar Rapids page.