Amana owners in Palos Heights 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.
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Amana Washer Repair Near Palos Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palos Heights. 3 of them are based in Palos Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Oak Lawn (6), Orland Park (5), and Chicago Ridge (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. No company within 90 miles of Palos Heights mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Palos Heights Appliance Repair LLC, around 0.4 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palos Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 1.5 |
First up for Palos Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coin-O-Matic (4.1 miles away, based in Alsip, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Palos Heights Appliance Repair LLC (0.4 miles away, 2.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana 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
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Palos Heights
Most washer calls in Palos Heights 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 Palos Heights
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Palos Heights, IL
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you work for Amana?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana washers?
Why is my washer leaking?
Other Washer Repair in Palos Heights
Amana Washer Repair Near Palos Heights
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Amana repair.