Most Amana washer repairs in Rancho Mirage involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Rancho Mirage 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.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Rancho Mirage CA
40 repair companies serve Rancho Mirage from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Rancho Mirage, and the rest are spread across Palm Desert (11), Palm Springs (11), and Cathedral City (5). The closest is Prime Sub-Zero Specialists, about 1.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Rancho Mirage mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rancho Mirage. 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 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.4, 2.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 45 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
Closest matches for Rancho Mirage: Precision Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (4.5 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A To Z Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 66 reviews); Synergy Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
How Amana Washers Are Built
The Amana Dual Action Agitator top loader is belt-driven by a 1/4 HP motor. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - Amana 3.5 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with Dual Action Agitator (NTW4516FW)
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
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Washer not filling. Amana says to start at the faucets and make sure both hot and cold are on, then check the inlet hoses for kinks and the inlet screens for clogs. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| drn | Top load: the washer isn't draining properly, sometimes because of how it was installed. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| OL | Top load: the load is too big, so the washer drains and some items need to come out. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- With the water supply turned off, check the inlet screens on the water valve and brush them clean with mild soapy water, leaving the screens in place. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
What Rancho Mirage Owners Should Know
Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD), Cove Communities system, which supplies Rancho Mirage, reports hardness of cove Communities system averaged about 120 mg/L as CaCO3 (range roughly 8-310 mg/L) in CVWD's consumer confidence report covering 2023 (moderately hard, varies by well). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: CVWD 2024 Domestic Water Quality Summary (Consumer Confidence Report, reporting period 2023) - California State Water Resources Control Board
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 Rancho Mirage
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Rancho Mirage, CA
Is this Amana customer service?
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How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Rancho Mirage
Amana Washer Repair Near Rancho Mirage
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.