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. Below are independent repair companies serving South Pasadena, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana washers and other brands.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, South Pasadena CA
Within 30 miles of South Pasadena there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in South Pasadena, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (18), Alhambra (4), and Glendale (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Reliable Appliance Fix And Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from South Pasadena. No company within 90 miles of South Pasadena mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Pasadena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 0.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
First up for South Pasadena: A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.3 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (1.2 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezer Brothers - Refrigerator repair service in Glendale (5.3 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Washer, Dryer & Refrigerator Appliance Repair Group (2.9 miles away, based in Alhambra, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
Amana front loaders with a user-cleanable pump filter are serviced from the front: a short drain hose is emptied into a container, then the filter is unscrewed counterclockwise, and the location varies by model. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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 odor. For front loaders, Amana says to clean and dry the door seal, take wet clothes out promptly, avoid overloading, and leave the door open between loads. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a South Pasadena Washer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for South Pasadena, CA
Most washer calls in South Pasadena 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).
Before You Book in South Pasadena
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: South Pasadena, CA
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Amana Washer Repair Near South Pasadena
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a South Pasadena technician bring the right parts.