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.
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Amana Washer Repair Near Pittsburgh
40 repair companies serve Pittsburgh from within 30 miles. 20 list an address in Pittsburgh, and the rest are spread across Verona (2), Allison Park (2), and McKeesport (2). Distances run up to about 11 miles. No company within 90 miles of Pittsburgh mentions Amana by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is PittsFix Appliance repair, about 0.5 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
First up for Pittsburgh: PowerFix Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (1.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washers And More Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Millvale, 5.0 stars from 57 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 Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
Amana gives a drainpipe height range of 30 inches minimum to 96 inches maximum, and above the maximum, water can flow back into the washer. Source: Amana - Washer Not Draining or Spinning? Troubleshooting Guide
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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
- Lid won't lock or unlock. Amana says to clear anything caught under the lid and any detergent buildup around the lock, and to take items such as a laundry basket off the top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers
What Amana Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F5 E2 | Front load: the door isn't locking properly. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load Washers |
| LOC / LC | Front load: control lock is on. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Front Load 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 |
Amana Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Pittsburgh Washer Call
Owner Care for Amana 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
- 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
Amana Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Amana washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- 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)
Around Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Water (Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority), which supplies Pittsburgh, reports hardness of moderately hard (utility's description; no numeric value given). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Quality FAQ - Pittsburgh Water
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Pittsburgh Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Amana washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Pittsburgh, PA
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The technicians listed for Pittsburgh also cover smaller towns nearby, including McKees Rocks, Crafton, Bellevue, and Carnegie. 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.