If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving South Portland, 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.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, South Portland ME
25 repair companies serve South Portland from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in South Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Epping (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Agren is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from South Portland. No company within 90 miles of South Portland mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Portland is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 25 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.3, 3.1 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
The leading options for South Portland are Agren (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (56.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); Metropolitan Services (2.3 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 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 Technicians Work On
How Amana Washers Are Built
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
- 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
- Washer shaking or walking. Amana says to spread the load evenly, make sure the shipping bolts were removed, and adjust the feet until all four touch the floor and the washer doesn't rock. Source: Amana - Washer is Vibrating, Walking or Moving
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. 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 |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around South Portland
Most washer calls in South Portland 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 South Portland Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: South Portland, ME
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Is my Amana washer worth repairing?
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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.