If your Amana washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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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Independent Amana Washer Technicians, Wilkinsburg PA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wilkinsburg. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (18), Verona (2), and McKeesport (2). None of the repair companies near Wilkinsburg name Amana in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Perla's Appliances Plus, about 1.6 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.9, 1.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention Amana | 0 |
The leading options for Wilkinsburg are PowerFix Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (7.1 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Amana Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Amana Washer Repairs Different
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)
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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| LF / Lo FL / F8 E1 | Washer is filling too slowly or getting low water flow; check that the faucets are fully open and the hoses are clear. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
When to Call for Amana Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Amana Recommends for Its 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
- 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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Wilkinsburg Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Wilkinsburg 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.
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.
Before You Book in Wilkinsburg
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Wilkinsburg, PA
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Live outside Wilkinsburg? The same Amana washer repair technicians serve Forest Hills and Swissvale. See each town's own washing machine repair listings below.
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.