Amana owners in Pawtucket usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
Amana Washer Repair Near Pawtucket
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pawtucket. 9 list an address in Pawtucket, and the rest are spread across Providence (12), Cranston (5), and North Attleborough (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. No company within 90 miles of Pawtucket 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: AJ APPLIANCE Repair, around 0.2 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pawtucket. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Amana | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Pawtucket list: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (8.3 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in North Attleborough, 4.5 stars from 280 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Danny's Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Providence, 4.2 stars from 771 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 a Amana Washer Technician Deals With
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
Common Amana Washer Problems
- 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 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
Amana Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LdU | Top load: the lid can't unlock because something is sitting on top of the washer. Source: Amana - Error Codes in Top Load HE Washers |
| Ofb | Top load: the load is unbalanced, and the washer will try to rebalance it on its own. 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 |
Signs Your Amana Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Amana Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
A Amana washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Pawtucket Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Pawtucket 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Questions to Ask a Pawtucket Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Amana Washer Repair FAQs: Pawtucket, RI
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I repair or replace my Amana washer?
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Write down any error code your Amana washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Pawtucket technician bring the right parts.