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Appliance Repair Heroes
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Our Hometown Heroes are far more than the average Des Moines appliance repair tech. Carefully vetted and continuously trained, they can quickly diagnose and repair any appliance. We’re so confident in their expertise, we offer a 3-month guarantee on all repairs.

When your appliances need help, give a shout. Our heroes will answer the call.


What Makes a Hometown Hero


Saves your appliances
To remain the most-skilled appliance repairmen around, we never stop training. Appliance brands have taken notice, and with their full backing and a warehouse of genuine parts, we’re ready to deliver guaranteed repairs.

Saves you time
We will schedule you ASAP — often same or next-day service — and let you track your appliance repair tech. And because we practice the science of diagnosis, not only are repairs quick, they’re done right the first time.

Saves you money
We will explain what’s wrong with your appliance and give an honest, fair-priced assessment of what it will take to fix. And if we can diagnose the issue with a virtual visit, you might not have to pay us to come out.

Comprehensive Appliance Repair

Trained and certified repair for all major appliances

Refrigerator Repair

Don’t let your groceries spoil. Our Des Moines refrigerator repairmen are on call.

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Washer & Dryer Repair

Don’t let dirty clothes pile up. Our Des Moines washer & dryer repairmen are on call.

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Dishwasher Repair

Don’t let dirty dishes pile up. Our Des Moines dishwasher repairmen are on call.

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Oven & Range Repair

Don’t do another night of takeout. Our Des Moines oven & range repairmen are on call.

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Preventative Care

Appliance maintenance programs to preserve your home

Dryer Vent Cleaning

Dirty dryer vents are the leading cause of house fires. Clean your vent today.

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Condenser Cleaning

For fresher food, fewer breakdowns, and lower utilities, clean your fridge today.

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Ice Machine Cleaning

Clean away limescale, slime, and other deposits to ensure clear and sanitary ice.

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We repair all appliance brands in Des Moines, IA, including trained and certified repair for:


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Servicing Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Ames, and the rest of the greater Des Moines metro area.

We serviced a
GE MICROWAVE OVEN
Model JVM6175SK2SS
Near West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Darrin
Job Details: 04/21/2026
The customer reported that a fan runs whenever the microwave door is opened and stops when the door closes. We tested the door switches and determined they are functioning correctly. Job complete. Technician tested the door switch operation and verified proper switch engagement and disengagement during door open/close cycles.
We serviced a
LG REFRIGERATOR
Model LFXS26596M/00
Near Altoona, Iowa 50009
Rory
Job Details: 04/21/2026
The customer's LG refrigerator was inspected and communication was completed regarding the unit's operation. Job complete. Technician performed a visual inspection and communication assessment of the refrigerator system during the service visit.
We serviced a
WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR
Model Wrx986sihv02
Near West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
Mike
Job Details: 04/21/2026
The customer's freezer was running too warm at 31°F and the fridge at 44°F due to a frozen evaporator cover caused by a defrost system failure. We diagnosed a failed defrost thermostat and replaced it to restore proper temperature control. Job complete. Technician tested the defrost cycle and verified the bimetal thermostat had failed open using diagnostic testing. Replaced the defrost thermostat/limiter (WR50X60) to restore proper defrost operation and temperature regulation.
We serviced a
KENMORE WASHER
Model WTW4816FW3
Near Des Moines, Iowa 50316
Mike
Job Details: 04/21/2026
The customer's Kenmore washer wouldn't run a normal cycle and only activated the drain pump. We diagnosed fault codes F1E1 (main control fault) and F3E1 (pressure sensor fault). We replaced the piezo pressure sensor board, which resolved the issue. Job complete. Technician tested for error codes using the control panel diagnostics and identified F1E1 and F3E1 faults. The pressure sensor board was replaced from stock inventory to address the pressure sensor fault that was preventing cycle operation.
We serviced a
GE WASHER
Model GTW750CSL0WS
Near Ankeny, Iowa 50023
Rory
Job Details: 04/21/2026
The customer's washer wasn't draining properly. We diagnosed a failed transmission and completed the replacement to restore normal operation. Job complete. Technician tested the drain cycle and inspected the transmission assembly, confirming failure of the WH23X28418 pump-drain component. The transmission was replaced to restore full washer functionality.
RW
Urbandale, Iowa
BOSCH DISHWASHER
SHX65DM5N/01
Chuck did a wonderful job of investigating our issue. He was very thorough, and listened to the concerns thoughtfully. I feel like our appliance sounds more energized now and is working better.
04/22/2026
Ames, Iowa
FISHER PAYKEL(H) REFRIGERATOR
RF201AHUSX1
Rory was friendly and made sure I understood what was causing issues with our fridge.
04/22/2026
Ames, Iowa
BOSCH MICROWAVE OVEN
HMC80251UC/01
Timely, courteous service.
04/22/2026
Jerry
Urbandale, Iowa
KENMORE REFRIGERATOR
106.73003510
Nick did an outstanding job repairing our refrigerator. He was on time at our house, gave us his thoughts on the issue along with a quote. He left no mess or damage to the house. We'd highly recommend him for an appliance repair.
04/21/2026
West Des Moines, Iowa
GE PROFILE REFRIGERATOR
PFE28KYNDFS
Nick was thorough and seemed very knowledgeable. My problem was solved in minutes!
04/18/2026

Your Hometown Hero in Des Moines, Iowa

Our History

From its humble origins in 1988 operating out of an Omaha home, Hometown Hero Appliance Repair has grown to be one of the Midwest’s most trusted names in appliance repair. To this day, we are a family owned and operated business with local ties to the Des Moines communities we serve, and we plan to keep it that way.