Amana owners in Calera usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Calera list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Calera
Within 30 miles of Calera there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Calera itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (17), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). No company within 90 miles of Calera mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Advanced Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Calera. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 7.1, 8.2 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
First up for Calera: Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (23.1 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (17.7 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 reviews); Appliance Mechanic LLC (19.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Amana Washers Are Built
Shipping bolts hold the drum during transport and must come out after installation, or the washer will vibrate and walk. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
Common Amana Washer Problems
- Washer not draining or not spinning. Amana's checks include a closed lid, a balanced and not overloaded load, excess suds from too much detergent, a kinked or clogged drain hose, and the drainpipe height. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
- Lid won't lock or unlock. Amana says to clear anything caught under the lid and any detergent buildup around the lock, and to take items such as a laundry basket off the top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 | Washer is filling too slowly or getting low water flow; check that the faucets are fully open and the hoses are clear. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| LdU | Top load: the lid can't unlock because something is sitting on top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- On front loaders with an accessible pump filter, clean the filter every few months or as needed. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
- On front loaders, wipe the door seal clean and dry its folds, take wet clothes out promptly, and leave the door open between uses. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Calera
Most washer calls in Calera come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Calera
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Calera, AL
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Also Serving Towns Around Calera
The technicians listed for Calera also cover smaller towns nearby, including Montevallo, Clanton, and Brent. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.