Most Amana washer repairs in Winnetka involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Winnetka list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Winnetka IL
40 repair companies serve Winnetka from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Winnetka, and the rest are spread across Evanston (9), Skokie (8), and Glenview (6). None of the repair companies near Winnetka name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Superior Winnetka Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winnetka. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 1.5 |
The leading options for Winnetka are UltraFix Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair & Service (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Repair Inc (5.4 miles away, based in Skokie, 4.9 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (6.2 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Amana washer you have before you call. Amana makes top-load agitator models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Amana Washer
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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 Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Ofb | Top load: the load is unbalanced, and the washer will try to rebalance it on its own. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE 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 |
| OL | Top load: the load is too big, so the washer drains and some items need to come out. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Winnetka
Owner Care for Amana Washers
- 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
- 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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Winnetka, IL
Most washer calls in Winnetka 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.
Questions to Ask a Winnetka Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Winnetka, IL
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Amana Washer Repair for Towns Near Winnetka
Live outside Winnetka? The same Amana washer repair technicians serve Northfield and Glencoe. See each town's own washing machine repair listings below.
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.