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. The Alton 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.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Alton
40 repair companies serve Alton from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Alton itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (13), Florissant (3), and Edwardsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Alton mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Alton Refrigeration & Home Furnishings is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Alton. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alton. 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 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.0, 2.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
Closest matches for Alton: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (18.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Hazelwood, 4.4 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mark's Appliance (13.2 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 1,610 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reconditioned Appliances North (12.5 miles away, based in Pontoon Beach, 4.0 stars from 193 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.
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
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 shaking or walking. Amana says to spread the load evenly, make sure the shipping bolts were removed, and adjust the feet until all four touch the floor and the washer doesn't rock. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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 |
| F7 E1 | Front load: motor speed sensing error, so check that the shipping bolts are out and the washer isn't overloaded. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Alton
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- 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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Alton
Most washer calls in Alton 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.
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Before You Book in Alton
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Alton, IL
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Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my Amana washer show an error code?
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Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Alton technician bring the right parts.