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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Amana and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Amana, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Hackensack NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hackensack. 6 of them are based in Hackensack itself, and other nearby bases include Paramus (5), Teaneck (3), and Palisades Park (3). Distances run up to about 4 miles. No company within 90 miles of Hackensack 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: Hackensack Appliance Repair Tech, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.4 |
First up for Hackensack: NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellentech Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, based in Teaneck, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Bergen Appliance Service (2.8 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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)
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
- 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| lid | Top load: the lid is open, and if it stays open for more than 10 minutes the cycle resets and drains. 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
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Amana Washer Running
- 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
Budgeting for a Amana Washer Repair
Most Amana washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
What Hackensack Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hackensack 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Hackensack
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Hackensack, NJ
Do you work for Amana?
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
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Nearby Towns Served From Hackensack
Amana washer repair for Maywood and Bogota is handled by the same companies listed for Hackensack. 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 Hackensack technician bring the right parts.