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. The Forest Lake list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amana. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Amana directly.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Forest Lake
40 repair companies serve Forest Lake from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Forest Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and St Paul (3). Nearest on the list: Bilder Appliance Repair Minnesota, around 2.5 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Forest Lake mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.0, 3.2 |
At the top of the Forest Lake list: Minnesota Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (15.6 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (14.7 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
Amana front loaders with a user-cleanable pump filter are serviced from the front: a short drain hose is emptied into a container, then the filter is unscrewed counterclockwise, and the location varies by model. Source: Amana - Cleaning the Pump Filter - Front Load Washer
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 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 not draining or not spinning. Amana's checks include a closed lid, a balanced and not overloaded load, excess suds from too much detergent, a kinked or clogged drain hose, and the drainpipe height. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| F9 E1 | Front load: draining is taking longer than expected, so check the drain hose and standpipe. 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Forest Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Forest Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Forest Lake Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- 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: Forest Lake, MN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Amana washers?
Why does my Amana washer show an error code?
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Also Serving Towns Around Forest Lake
The technicians listed for Forest Lake also cover smaller towns nearby, including Wyoming and Chisago City. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.