If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Waukee list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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, Waukee IA
Within 30 miles of Waukee there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Waukee, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). Distances run up to about 19 miles. No company within 90 miles of Waukee 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: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.6 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 5.1, 5.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
The leading options for Waukee are Westside Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (7.3 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Ofb | Top load: the load is unbalanced, and the washer will try to rebalance it on its own. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Waukee, IA
Most washer calls in Waukee 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Waukee
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Waukee, IA
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Amana washer repair for Adel, Winterset, and Creston is handled by the same companies listed for Waukee. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Waukee technician bring the right parts.