Most Amana washer repairs in Niles involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Niles list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Amana Washer Repair Near Niles
Within 30 miles of Niles there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Niles itself, and other nearby bases include Chicago (10), Glenview (7), and Skokie (7). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is Niles Appliance Repair Experts, about 0.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near Niles name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 1.0 |
The leading options for Niles are UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ali Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Main Appliance Reliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Des Plaines, 5.0 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (3.3 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Washer
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)
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 not filling. Amana says to start at the faucets and make sure both hot and cold are on, then check the inlet hoses for kinks and the inlet screens for clogs. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LdU | Top load: the lid can't unlock because something is sitting on top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Niles
Most washer calls in Niles 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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How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Niles
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Niles, IL
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Amana Washer Repair Near Niles
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.