Amana owners in Libertyville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Libertyville
Within 30 miles of Libertyville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Libertyville, and other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Buffalo Grove (5), and Vernon Hills (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Libertyville mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is G E Appliance Services, about 0.8 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Libertyville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Libertyville list: JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Amana washer you have before you call. Amana makes top-load agitator models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Amana Washer
How Amana Washers Are Built
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 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
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Libertyville Washer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Libertyville, IL
Most washer calls in Libertyville 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.
Before You Book in Libertyville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Libertyville, IL
What stops a washer from spinning?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Amana Washer Repair Near Libertyville
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Libertyville technician bring the right parts.