Most Amana washer repairs in Placentia involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Amana Washer Repair Near Placentia
40 repair companies serve Placentia from within 30 miles. 8 of them are based in Placentia itself, and the rest are spread across Anaheim (12), Fullerton (7), and Yorba Linda (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Placentia name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: OC Appliance Repair Group, around 0.6 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Placentia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
Closest matches for Placentia: Davis Appliance Subzero & Wolf Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Orange, 4.8 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pride Appliance Repair - Placentia (0.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Executive Appliance Service (4.2 miles away, based in Brea, 4.7 stars from 272 reviews); ATC Appliance Repair Services (5.4 miles away, based in Anaheim, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
- 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
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LdL | Top load: the lid can't lock, often because of an item under the lid or detergent buildup at the lock. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| HC | Top load: the hot and cold inlet hoses are connected backward. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Placentia
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- 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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Placentia
Most washer calls in Placentia 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Placentia
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Placentia, CA
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is this Amana customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Placentia, CA
Amana Washer Repair Near Placentia
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Placentia technician bring the right parts.