Amana owners in New Orleans usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The New Orleans list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Independent Amana Washer Technicians, New Orleans LA
40 repair companies serve New Orleans from within 30 miles. 6 list an address in New Orleans, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). No company within 90 miles of New Orleans mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair is the nearest, roughly 7.9 miles from New Orleans. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
Closest matches for New Orleans: Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 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 and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
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
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| 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 |
| 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
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around New Orleans
Most washer calls in New Orleans 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near New Orleans
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: New Orleans, LA
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Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What should I do about a Amana error code?
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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.