Amana owners in Pekin usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Pekin, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Amana Washers Near Pekin
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pekin. 3 of them are based in Pekin itself, and other nearby bases include Peoria (8), Canton (3), and East Peoria (2). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Alexander's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Pekin. No company within 90 miles of Pekin mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pekin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.7 |
Closest matches for Pekin: Alexander's Appliance (0.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews); Horner's Appliance (9.0 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Advantage Appliance Repair, Inc. (7.0 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (15.2 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
Shipping bolts hold the drum during transport and must come out after installation, or the washer will vibrate and walk. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Pekin
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
- 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.
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)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Pekin
Most washer calls in Pekin 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 Pekin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Pekin, IL
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The technicians listed for Pekin also cover smaller towns nearby, including Bartonville. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.