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. Below are independent repair companies serving Cape Girardeau, with those that mention Amana first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Cape Girardeau MO
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Cape Girardeau. 1 list an address in Cape Girardeau, and the rest are spread across Paducah (7), Marion (2), and Jackson (1). None of the repair companies near Cape Girardeau name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 23 businesses. Cape Girardeau is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 24 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 9.7, 20.7 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
First up for Cape Girardeau: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.0 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.9 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L & K Used and New Appliances and Service (9.7 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.2 stars from 68 reviews).
Amana sells top-load agitator washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
The Amana Dual Action Agitator top loader is belt-driven by a 1/4 HP motor. Source: Whirlpool Corporation - Amana 3.5 cu. ft. Top-Load Washer with Dual Action Agitator (NTW4516FW)
A lid or door switch lets the washer run only when the lid is fully closed, so a bad switch can keep the washer from draining or spinning. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LdU | Top load: the lid can't unlock because something is sitting on top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cape Girardeau
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
What Amana Washer Repairs Cost
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Cape Girardeau, MO
Most washer calls in Cape Girardeau 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Cape Girardeau
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Cape Girardeau, MO
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Also Serving Towns Around Cape Girardeau
The technicians listed for Cape Girardeau also cover smaller towns nearby, including Scott City. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Amana washer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.