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 Lake in the Hills, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Lake in the Hills IL
Within 30 miles of Lake in the Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Lake in the Hills, and other nearby bases include Elgin (11), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Lake in the Hills mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Reliafix Appliance & HVAC, about 0.4 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake in the Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Lake in the Hills list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Fox Valley Appliance Services & Washer (6.8 miles away, based in East Dundee, 4.1 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (9.8 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
The Amana Dual Action Agitator top loader is belt-driven by a 1/4 HP motor. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - Amana 3.5 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with Dual Action Agitator (NTW4516FW)
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| lid | Top load: the lid is open, and if it stays open for more than 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains. 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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
- 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
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Lake in the Hills
Most washer calls in Lake in the Hills 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lake in the Hills
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Lake in the Hills, IL
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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.