A Amana washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Alameda 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 Alameda
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Alameda. 4 of them are based in Alameda itself, and other nearby bases include Oakland (32), Piedmont (2), and Emeryville (2). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: SKS Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Alameda mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alameda. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
First up for Alameda: Kerenza Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); Urban Appliance Repair LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Emeryville, 5.0 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service Alliance (4.4 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixEm Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.9 stars from 228 reviews).
Amana sells top-load agitator washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
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
- Too many suds. Amana says to use only HE detergent in the amount the detergent maker recommends for the load. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| F9 E1 | Front load: draining is taking longer than expected, so check the drain hose and standpipe. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- Run the Clean Washer cycle with a washer cleaning tablet about once a month to clear detergent and softener residue. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
- Use only HE detergent, dosed for the load size and soil level, because too much causes oversudsing, longer cycles and poor rinsing. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
Around Alameda
Most washer calls in Alameda 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Alameda Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Alameda, CA
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Amana washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.