Amana owners in Donaldsonville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Donaldsonville 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.
Amana Washer Repair Near Donaldsonville
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Donaldsonville. Other nearby bases include Baton Rouge (10), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). No company within 90 miles of Donaldsonville 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: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.6 miles out. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Donaldsonville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.6, 11.9, 12.9 |
At the top of the Donaldsonville list: Acadian Appliance Service (12.9 miles away, based in St Amant, 4.6 stars from 88 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ourso Appliance Repair (27.1 miles away, based in Denham Springs, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Gonzales, 4.5 stars from 139 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 Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| drn | Top load: the washer isn't draining properly, sometimes because of how it was installed. 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 |
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- 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
Laundry Notes for Donaldsonville, LA
Most washer calls in Donaldsonville 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Donaldsonville
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Donaldsonville, LA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is my Amana washer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
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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.