If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Meriden, 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.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Meriden
40 repair companies serve Meriden from within 30 miles. 8 of them are based in Meriden itself, and the rest are spread across Waterbury (6), New Britain (4), and Cheshire (3). No company within 90 miles of Meriden mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Your Local Appliance Repair And Service, around 0.5 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Meriden. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
Closest matches for Meriden: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 156 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Newington, 4.5 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ACE APPLIANCE SERVICE (6.1 miles away, based in Plantsville, 3.9 stars from 45 reviews).
Know Your Amana Washer
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
Amana gives a drainpipe height range of 30 inches minimum to 96 inches maximum, and above the maximum, water can flow back into the washer. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Meriden
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- 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?
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Meriden
Most washer calls in Meriden 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Meriden
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Meriden, CT
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Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Other Washer Repair in Meriden
Amana Washer Repair Near Meriden
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.