Amana owners in San Rafael usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Amana Washer Technicians, San Rafael CA
Within 30 miles of San Rafael there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 10 list an address in San Rafael, and the rest are spread across Richmond (7), Novato (5), and Mill Valley (5). Distances run up to about 12 miles. No company within 90 miles of San Rafael mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Marin County Appliance Repair by Hi-Tech, about 1.1 miles away. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
The leading options for San Rafael are FixWell Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); UniFix Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marin County Appliance Repair by Hi-Tech (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Know Your Amana Washer
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
A lid or door switch lets the washer run only when the lid is fully closed, so a bad switch can keep the washer from draining or spinning. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F5 E2 | Front load: the door isn't locking properly. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| HC | Top load: the hot and cold inlet hoses are connected backward. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for San Rafael
Most washer calls in San Rafael 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 San Rafael
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: San Rafael, CA
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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.