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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana washers and other brands.
Amana Washer Repair Near Norridge
Within 30 miles of Norridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Chicago (20), Melrose Park (3), and Elmwood Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Norridge mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Whirlpool Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Norridge. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Norridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 0.8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
Closest matches for Norridge: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Melrose Park, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.3 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.7 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
- 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
- Too many suds. Amana says to use only HE detergent in the amount the detergent maker recommends for the load. Source: Amana - HE Detergent use in a Washer
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Norridge
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- On front loaders, wipe the door seal clean and dry its folds, take wet clothes out promptly, and leave the door open between uses. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Norridge Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Norridge 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Norridge
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Norridge, IL
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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 Norridge technician bring the right parts.