Amana owners in Sun Valley usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Sun Valley 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.
Amana Washer Repair Near Sun Valley
25 repair companies serve Sun Valley from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Sun Valley, and other nearby bases include Reno (15), Sparks (5), and Carson City (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is Burney’s Commercial Service inc, about 2.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Sun Valley mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sun Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.8, 3.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
At the top of the Sun Valley list: Mr. Appliance of Reno (6.5 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Star Dryer Vent (11.8 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Sparks, 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears (9.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Amana Washer
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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 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
What Amana Says to Check First
- 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
- Washer not filling. Amana says to start at the faucets and make sure both hot and cold are on, then check the inlet hoses for kinks and the inlet screens for clogs. Source: Amana - Checking the Fill Hoses if the Washer is not Filling
Reading a Amana Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Sud / Sd | There are too many suds, and the washer adds rinsing to clear them. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| 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 |
| rL / F34 | Front load: items were left in the drum during the Clean Washer cycle. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Amana Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Sun Valley
Most washer calls in Sun Valley 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Sun Valley Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Sun Valley, NV
Do you work for Amana?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Which Sun Valley technicians work on Amana?
Other Washer Repair in Sun Valley
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Also Serving Towns Around Sun Valley
The technicians listed for Sun Valley also cover smaller towns nearby, including Lemmon Valley. 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.