Amana owners in Great Falls 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.
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Who Works on Amana Washers Near Great Falls
Within 71 miles of Great Falls there are 7 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Great Falls, and the rest are spread across Helena (4). No company within 90 miles of Great Falls mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. The 7 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Great Falls is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Great Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Companies within 71 miles | 7 |
At the top of the Great Falls list: Appliance Doctor (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 432 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (70.3 miles away, based in Helena, 2.0 stars from 1 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
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. 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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Amana 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
- 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
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- 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
- How old the washer is
Around Great Falls
Most washer calls in Great Falls 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.
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Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Great Falls
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Great Falls, MT
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Amana Washer Repair for Towns Near Great Falls
Amana washer repair for Lewistown is handled by the same companies listed for Great Falls. Each town also has its own washing machine repair page with the nearest companies:
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.