Amana owners in Augusta usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Augusta
23 repair companies serve Augusta from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Bangor (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. None of the repair companies near Augusta name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Thermador Group, about 1.7 miles away. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Augusta is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 16.8, 23.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
The leading options for Augusta are Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Group (1.7 miles away, based in Chelsea, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (56.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 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 and Features
How Amana Washers Are Built
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
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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana 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
- With the water supply turned off, check the inlet screens on the water valve and brush them clean with mild soapy water, leaving the screens in place. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Augusta, ME
Most washer calls in Augusta 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Augusta Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Augusta, ME
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this Amana customer service?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Amana Washer Repair in Nearby Cities
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Amana washer repair for Gardiner and Rockland is handled by the same companies listed for Augusta. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Augusta technician bring the right parts.