Amana owners in Woodlawn usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Woodlawn, 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.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Woodlawn
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Woodlawn. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (16), Columbia (6), and Randallstown (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Woodlawn mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Tech24 is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Woodlawn. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Woodlawn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.5, 3.4 |
Closest matches for Woodlawn: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (4.2 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (10.6 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (7.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NT Appliances Repair Service (5.4 miles away, based in Randallstown, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Washer
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
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| F7 E1 | Front load: motor speed sensing error, so check that the shipping bolts are out and the washer isn't overloaded. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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 |
| 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Woodlawn, MD
Most washer calls in Woodlawn 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Woodlawn
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Woodlawn, MD
Why does my Amana washer show an error code?
Is this Amana customer service?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
More Washing Machine Repair in Woodlawn, MD
Amana Washer Repair Near Woodlawn
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.