Most Amana washer repairs in Waldorf involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Waldorf 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.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Waldorf
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waldorf. 4 list an address in Waldorf, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (12), Fort Washington (4), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Waldorf. None of the repair companies near Waldorf name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waldorf. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
First up for Waldorf: SK Appliance Repair (15.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (17.8 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (14.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Guys (16.1 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews).
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 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 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
- 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
- Washer not filling. Amana says to start at the faucets and make sure both hot and cold are on, then check the inlet hoses for kinks and the inlet screens for clogs. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| F5 E2 | Front load: the door isn't locking properly. 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- 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?
- 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
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Waldorf
Most washer calls in Waldorf 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.
Before You Book in Waldorf
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Waldorf, MD
Is my Amana washer worth repairing?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Live outside Waldorf? The same Amana washer repair technicians serve La Plata. 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.