Amana owners in Downers Grove usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Downers Grove, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Amana Washers Near Downers Grove
Within 30 miles of Downers Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Downers Grove itself, and other nearby bases include Darien (6), Naperville (5), and Lisle (4). None of the repair companies near Downers Grove name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Town & Country Appliance Service, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
Closest matches for Downers Grove: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Oak Brook, 4.6 stars from 315 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (4.3 miles away, based in Darien, 5.0 stars from 296 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.8 miles away, based in Lisle, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Gators (2.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Amana washer you have before you call. Amana makes top-load agitator models, and the technician will ask.
Amana Washer Lines and Features
How Amana Washers Are Built
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 not draining or not spinning. Amana's checks include a closed lid, a balanced and not overloaded load, excess suds from too much detergent, a kinked or clogged drain hose, and the drainpipe height. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- On front loaders with an accessible pump filter, clean the filter every few months or as needed. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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)
- 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
Around Downers Grove
Most washer calls in Downers Grove 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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Questions to Ask a Downers Grove Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Downers Grove, IL
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Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Amana?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Downers Grove technician bring the right parts.