If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Oak Park list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana washers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Oak Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Oak Park. 7 of them are based in Oak Park itself, and the rest are spread across Chicago (10), Cicero (4), and Elmwood Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Oak Park name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Solid Oak Park Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.7, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Oak Park list: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (4.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Melrose Park, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (3.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Platinum Services (3.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews).
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
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| HC | Top load: the hot and cold inlet hoses are connected backward. 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Oak Park
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Oak Park, IL
Most washer calls in Oak Park 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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Before You Book in Oak Park
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Oak Park, IL
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Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
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 Oak Park technician bring the right parts.