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 Randallstown, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Randallstown MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Randallstown. 3 of them are based in Randallstown itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (15), Columbia (4), and Towson (3). None of the repair companies near Randallstown name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Galaxy Appliance Repair & Services, about 0.9 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
At the top of the Randallstown list: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (6.8 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (5.6 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (7.5 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
The Amana Dual Action Agitator top loader is belt-driven by a 1/4 HP motor. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - Amana 3.5 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with Dual Action Agitator (NTW4516FW)
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
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
- 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| lid | Top load: the lid is open, and if it stays open for more than 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| HC | Top load: the hot and cold inlet hoses are connected backward. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Gets Fixed on a Randallstown Washer Call
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Randallstown
Most washer calls in Randallstown 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Randallstown Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Randallstown, MD
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
Do you work for Amana?
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Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Randallstown technician bring the right parts.