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. Below are independent repair companies serving Gardner, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Gardner
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gardner. 1 of them are based in Gardner itself, and other nearby bases include Kansas City (11), Overland Park (9), and Lawrence (6). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Gardner mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Rainbow vacuum repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gardner. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 9.2, 11.1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 43 |
The leading options for Gardner are Tager Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (21.1 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Ottawa, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical (27.5 miles away, based in Kansas City, 4.8 stars from 19,657 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana sells top-load agitator washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Washer not draining or not spinning. Amana's checks include a closed lid, a balanced and not overloaded load, excess suds from too much detergent, a kinked or clogged drain hose, and the drainpipe height. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
- Washer odor. For front loaders, Amana says to clean and dry the door seal, take wet clothes out promptly, avoid overloading, and leave the door open between loads. Source: Amana - Cleaning a Front Load Washer Door Seal
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 | Washer is filling too slowly or getting low water flow; check that the faucets are fully open and the hoses are clear. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Gardner Washer Call
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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
Local Notes for Gardner
Most washer calls in Gardner 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Gardner
- 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 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: Gardner, KS
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The technicians listed for Gardner also cover smaller towns nearby, including Spring Hill and Paola. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Gardner technician bring the right parts.