If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Upper Montclair list starts with companies that name Amana, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Amana. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Amana washers and other brands.
Who Works on Amana Washers Near Upper Montclair
40 repair companies serve Upper Montclair from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Clifton (17), Passaic (5), and Bloomfield (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Allwood Appliance Repair Pro, around 1.6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Upper Montclair name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Upper Montclair. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Mention Amana | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
The leading options for Upper Montclair are Dan Marc Appliance (4.4 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clickfix appliance repair (3.5 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Belleville, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Amana washer you have before you call. Amana makes top-load agitator models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Amana Washer
What a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
Amana Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
| LdL | Top load: the lid can't lock, often because of an item under the lid or detergent buildup at the lock. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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)
- How old the washer is
Around Upper Montclair
Most washer calls in Upper Montclair 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 Upper Montclair
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Upper Montclair, NJ
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Nearby Towns Served From Upper Montclair
Amana washer repair for Brookdale, Glen Ridge, North Caldwell, and Caldwell is handled by the same companies listed for Upper Montclair. 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.